Cook was named head coach of the Grays Harbor College women's wrestling program in 2016. In the program's inaugural season, Cook guided the Lady Chokers to an 18th place finish in the WCWA and its first individual All-American, Kacie Moorehouse.

He continues to be heavily involved with USA Wrestling. Cook was a U.S. coach for the Junior Pan American Championships and Cadet World Championships in 2017. He is widely regarded as one of the top women's wrestling coaches in the nation.

Topics of discussion include building the Grays Harbor program from the ground up, the upcoming WCWA nationals, the benefits of women's wrestling, and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 96 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Grays Harbor College Women's Wrestling Head Coach Andy Cook. Cook was named head coach of the Grays Harbor College women's wrestling program in 2016. In the program's inaugural season, Cook guided the Lady Chokers to an 18th place finish in the WCWA and its first individual All-American, Kacie Moorehouse. He continues to be heavily involved with USA Wrestling. Cook was a U.S. coach for the Junior Pan American Championships and Cadet World Championships in 2017. He is widely regarded as one of the top women's wrestling coaches in the nation. Topics of discussion include building the Grays Harbor program from the ground up, the upcoming WCWA nationals, the benefits of women's wrestling, and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 96 guest Andy Cook on Twitter at @acbushido and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>37:29cleanfullBP95: Myles Martin & #1 Ohio State at #2 Penn State PreviewThu, 01 Feb 2018 01:53:13 +0000Episode 95 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast previews the most anticipated college dual meet of the season, No. 2 Ohio State visiting No. 1 Penn State on February 3, 2018.

The show begins with a quick chat with NCAA champion and two-time All-American Myles Martin of Ohio State. We discuss the upcoming dual meet, and his rivalry matchup with NCAA champion Bo Nickal of Penn State at 184 pounds.

The second half of the episode takes a deep dive into the specific matchups, as show host Richard Immel and frequent guest commentator Jason Bryant give their thoughts on the dual.

The Ohio State at Penn State dual meet is scheduled for 8 p.m. (ET) at Rec Hall in University Park, Pa. this Saturday. Big Ten Network will televise all the action live.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 95 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast previews the most anticipated college dual meet of the season, No. 2 Ohio State visiting No. 1 Penn State on February 3, 2018. The show begins with a quick chat with NCAA champion and two-time All-American Myles Martin of Ohio State. We discuss the upcoming dual meet, and his rivalry matchup with NCAA champion Bo Nickal of Penn State at 184 pounds. The second half of the episode takes a deep dive into the specific matchups, as show host Richard Immel and frequent guest commentator Jason Bryant give their thoughts on the dual. The Ohio State at Penn State dual meet is scheduled for 8 p.m. (ET) at Rec Hall in University Park, Pa. this Saturday. Big Ten Network will televise all the action live. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 95 guest Myles Martin on Twitter at @MyMar184 and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>46:47cleanfullBP94: Brandon Paulson, 1996 Olympic silver medalist in Greco-Roman wrestlingThu, 25 Jan 2018 00:54:16 +0000Episode 94 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Olympic and World silver medalist Brandon Paulson.

Paulson is among the elite Greco-Roman athletes in U.S. history. He scored silver medals at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia, and the 2001 World Championships in Sofia, Bulgaria. He qualified for three additional U.S. World Team's throughout his Senior-level career.

As a Division I wrestler for the University of Minnesota, Paulson earned NCAA All-America status as a senior in 1998 by finishing in seventh place nationally at 118 pounds.

Paulson now coaches alongside fellow Minnesota great Jared Lawrence at the PINnacle Wrestling School in Shoreview, Minnesota. He was a member of the 2008 Olympic coaching staff in Beijing, China. Paulson also coaches with the Minnesota Storm and Minnesota/USA Wrestling staff throughout the year.

Topics of discussion include founding PINnacle, coaching philosophies and practices, his competitive career, the 1996 Olympic Games and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 94 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Olympic and World silver medalist Brandon Paulson. Paulson is among the elite Greco-Roman athletes in U.S. history. He scored silver medals at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia, and the 2001 World Championships in Sofia, Bulgaria. He qualified for three additional U.S. World Team's throughout his Senior-level career. As a Division I wrestler for the University of Minnesota, Paulson earned NCAA All-America status as a senior in 1998 by finishing in seventh place nationally at 118 pounds. Paulson now coaches alongside fellow Minnesota great Jared Lawrence at the PINnacle Wrestling School in Shoreview, Minnesota. He was a member of the 2008 Olympic coaching staff in Beijing, China. Paulson also coaches with the Minnesota Storm and Minnesota/USA Wrestling staff throughout the year. Topics of discussion include founding PINnacle, coaching philosophies and practices, his competitive career, the 1996 Olympic Games and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 94 guest Brandon Paulson on Twitter at @lovethefight and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:08:12cleanfullBP93: Telling the Untold Story with Trackwrestling's Andy HamiltonFri, 19 Jan 2018 19:56:47 +0000Episode 93 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Trackwrestling's media mogul Andy Hamilton.

Hamilton orchestrates the Trackwrestling media coverage across the vast wrestling landscape. Since joining Trackwrestling in 2016, Hamilton has expanded his global wrestling depth of knowledge, covering four World Championships, plus countless college and high school events.

Hamilton has been involved in the wrestling community for nearly two decades through stints as a journalist at the Iowa City Press-Citizen and The Des Moines Register. For many years his primary wrestling beat included covering the prestigious University of Iowa program.

Topics of discussion include the development of Trackwrestling as a multimedia company, transitioning from the newspaper industry to a full-time wrestling media position, anecdotes of personal growth and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 93 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Trackwrestling's media mogul Andy Hamilton. Hamilton orchestrates the Trackwrestling media coverage across the vast wrestling landscape. Since joining Trackwrestling in 2016, Hamilton has expanded his global wrestling depth of knowledge, covering four World Championships, plus countless college and high school events. Hamilton has been involved in the wrestling community for nearly two decades through stints as a journalist at the Iowa City Press-Citizen and The Des Moines Register. For many years his primary wrestling beat included covering the prestigious University of Iowa program. Topics of discussion include the development of Trackwrestling as a multimedia company, transitioning from the newspaper industry to a full-time wrestling media position, anecdotes of personal growth and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 93 guest Andy Hamilton on Twitter at @Andy_Hamilton and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:19:23cleanfullBP92: Richie Lewis, U23 World Champion & Rutgers SeniorWed, 10 Jan 2018 18:37:16 +0000Episode 92 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features U23 World champion and Rutgers senior Richie Lewis.

Lewis won the 70 kg gold medal in men's freestyle wrestling at the U23 World Championships held in Bydgoszcz, Poland, November 21-26. He was one of three medalists at the event for the United States.

Lewis is competing in his final season for Rutgers at 165 pounds. He was a NCAA qualifier for the Scarlet Knights in 2016. Prior to attending Rutgers, Lewis was a two-time NJCAA All-American for Iowa Central Community College.

Topics of discussion include the U23 World Championships, the intense growth and success of the Rutgers program, personal discovery through injury and life experiences, and much more.

Lewis won the 70 kg gold medal in men's freestyle wrestling at the U23 World Championships held in Bydgoszcz, Poland, November 21-26. He was one of three medalists at the event for the United States.

Lewis is competing in his final season for Rutgers at 165 pounds. He was a NCAA qualifier for the Scarlet Knights in 2016. Prior to attending Rutgers, Lewis was a two-time NJCAA All-American for Iowa Central Community College.

Topics of discussion include the U23 World Championships, the intense growth and success of the Rutgers program, personal discovery through injury and life experiences, and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 91 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points features U23 World bronze medalist Ty Walz. Walz won the 97 kg bronze medal in men's freestyle wrestling at the U23 World Championships held in Bydgoszcz, Poland, November 21-16. He was one of three medalists at the event for the United States. Walz was a three-time NCAA All-American and ACC champion for Virginia Tech. He finished his collegiate career with 109 wins, the 10th most in program history. Topics of discussion include the U23 World Championships, experiencing international culture for the first time, wrestling for a rising Virginia Tech program and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 91 guest Ty Walz on Twitter at @T_wiggity_walz and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:14:48cleanfullBP90: Will 2018 go down as the best NCAA season ever?Fri, 17 Nov 2017 23:56:03 +0000Episode 90 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast takes a deep dive into the 2017-18 NCAA Division I wrestling season.

Join show host Richard Immel and guest Jason Bryant as they give their thoughts on what could go down as one of the greatest NCAA seasons of all-time.

Topics of discussion include four wrestlers going for their third individual titles, a team race of epic proportions, Hodge Trophy contenders, historical analysis and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 90 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast takes a deep dive into the 2017-18 NCAA Division I wrestling season. Join show host Richard Immel and guest Jason Bryant as they give their thoughts on what could go down as one of the greatest NCAA seasons of all-time. Topics of discussion include four wrestlers going for their third individual titles, a team race of epic proportions, Hodge Trophy contenders, historical analysis and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 90 guest host Jason Bryant on Twitter at @jasonmbryant and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:40:59cleanfullBP89: Kamal Bey, 2017 Junior World champion in Greco-RomanFri, 20 Oct 2017 21:41:20 +0000Episode 89 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 Junior World champion Kamal Bey.

Bey blitzed the 74 kg/163 lbs. field with one spectacular throw after another to claim America’s first Greco-Roman gold medal at the Junior Worlds since Garrett Lowney did so in 1999. He rattled off a tournament high 61 total points throughout his five matches in Tampere, Finland.

He followed up his Junior World title by earning a berth on the U.S. U23 World Team that will comepte in Bydgoszcz, Poland, Nov. 21-26.

Bey has been on quite a run this season, picking up Senior-level gold medals at the Bill Farrell International and Dave Schultz Memorial International, on top of a bronze medal at the Grand Prix of Zagreb. He also secured gold at the Austria Open in the Junior division. Domestically, he finished as runner-up at the U.S. World Team Trials and was the U.S. Senior Nationals champion.

He was a six-time All-American at the USA Wrestling Cadet and Junior Nationals held in Fargo, N.D., qualifying for the finals on five occasions, and winning the Junior Greco-Roman crown in 2015.

Bey was an Illinois high school state champion for powerhouse program Oak Park-River Forest prior to making the move out the to the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. to focus strictly on Greco-Roman.

Topics of discussion include his marveouls Junior Worlds performance, the offensive Greco-Roman style, the future of U.S. Greco-Roman wrestling and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 89 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 Junior World champion Kamal Bey. Bey blitzed the 74 kg/163 lbs. field with one spectacular throw after another to claim America’s first Greco-Roman gold medal at the Junior Worlds since Garrett Lowney did so in 1999. He rattled off a tournament high 61 total points throughout his five matches in Tampere, Finland. He followed up his Junior World title by earning a berth on the U.S. U23 World Team that will comepte in Bydgoszcz, Poland, Nov. 21-26. Bey has been on quite a run this season, picking up Senior-level gold medals at the Bill Farrell International and Dave Schultz Memorial International, on top of a bronze medal at the Grand Prix of Zagreb. He also secured gold at the Austria Open in the Junior division. Domestically, he finished as runner-up at the U.S. World Team Trials and was the U.S. Senior Nationals champion. He was a six-time All-American at the USA Wrestling Cadet and Junior Nationals held in Fargo, N.D., qualifying for the finals on five occasions, and winning the Junior Greco-Roman crown in 2015. Bey was an Illinois high school state champion for powerhouse program Oak Park-River Forest prior to making the move out the to the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. to focus strictly on Greco-Roman. Topics of discussion include his marveouls Junior Worlds performance, the offensive Greco-Roman style, the future of U.S. Greco-Roman wrestling and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 89 guest Kamal Bey on Twitter at @ThatManChasin and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>59:12cleanfullBP88: U.S. Freestyle National Coaching Staff Round Table with Bill Zadick, Joe Russell & Kevin JacksonWed, 11 Oct 2017 00:18:33 +0000Episode 88 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features the U.S. men's freestyle national coaching staff Bill Zadick, Joe Russell and Kevin Jackson.

Zadick just completed his first full year as the head coach of the men's freestyle program. He was instrumental in leading the U.S. to its third World title in men's freestyle. Zadick was a World champion in 2006 and a NCAA champion for Iowa in 1996.

Russell joined USA Wrestling as the Manager of Freestyle Programs in May. He was a longtime assistant coach at the University of Minnesota before taking over as head coach at George Mason University for six seasons.

Jackson returned to USA Wrestling in June as the National Freestyle Developmental Coach. He served as the U.S. National Freestyle Coach from 2000 to 2008 before taking the head coaching position at Iowa State University. Jackson was an Olympic champion in 1992 and a two-time World champion.

Topics of discussion include a banner year for U.S. men's freestyle that included a Senor World championship, a Junior World championship and a second-place finish at the Cadet World Championships, plus talk on Regional Training Centers, grassroots development and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 88 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features the U.S. men's freestyle national coaching staff Bill Zadick, Joe Russell and Kevin Jackson. Zadick just completed his first full year as the head coach of the men's freestyle program. He was instrumental in leading the U.S. to its third World title in men's freestyle. Zadick was a World champion in 2006 and a NCAA champion for Iowa in 1996. Russell joined USA Wrestling as the Manager of Freestyle Programs in May. He was a longtime assistant coach at the University of Minnesota before taking over as head coach at George Mason University for six seasons. Jackson returned to USA Wrestling in June as the National Freestyle Developmental Coach. He served as the U.S. National Freestyle Coach from 2000 to 2008 before taking the head coaching position at Iowa State University. Jackson was an Olympic champion in 1992 and a two-time World champion. Topics of discussion include a banner year for U.S. men's freestyle that included a Senor World championship, a Junior World championship and a second-place finish at the Cadet World Championships, plus talk on Regional Training Centers, grassroots development and much more. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:04:02cleanfullBP87: Maya Nelson, Junior World Champion in Women's FreestyleWed, 04 Oct 2017 20:44:56 +0000Episode 87 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 Junior World champion Maya Nelson.

Nelson topped the 63 kg/139 lbs. weight class in women's freestyle at the 2017 Junior World Championships in Tampere, Finland. She won four matches, including a 6-0 shutout of Bulgaria's Yuliana Yaneva in the gold-medal match, to claim the title.

Nelson is now a two-time Junior World medalist. She picked up a bronze in 2016 to go along with her recent gold.

Thus far in 2017, Nelson has earned a third-place finish at the U.S. World Team Trials, in addition to second-place finishes at the U.S. Open, Dave Schultz Memorial International and University Nationals.

Topics of discussion include a recent trip to India, her Junior Worlds run, growth as a women's wrestler and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 87 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 Junior World champion Maya Nelson. Nelson topped the 63 kg/139 lbs. weight class in women's freestyle at the 2017 Junior World Championships in Tampere, Finland. She won four matches, including a 6-0 shutout of Bulgaria's Yuliana Yaneva in the gold-medal match, to claim the title. Nelson is now a two-time Junior World medalist. She picked up a bronze in 2016 to go along with her recent gold. Thus far in 2017, Nelson has earned a third-place finish at the U.S. World Team Trials, in addition to second-place finishes at the U.S. Open, Dave Schultz Memorial International and University Nationals. Topics of discussion include a recent trip to India, her Junior Worlds run, growth as a women's wrestler and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 87 guest Maya Nelson on Twitter at @MayaNelson2015 and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:08:24cleanfullBP86: Jordan Burroughs Reclaims Title as World's BestThu, 28 Sep 2017 19:06:40 +0000Episode 86 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Olympic champion and four-time World champion Jordan Burroughs.

Burroughs picked up his fourth World title out in Paris, France in August. He won five hard-fought bouts to claim the 74 kg/163 lbs. men's freestyle gold medal. In the championship match, Burroughs topped past World champion Khetik Tsabolov of Russia, 9-6.

In addition to his individual triumph at the 2017 World Championships, Burroughs' performance was instrumental in the U.S. claiming its third team title at the event, the first since 1995.

Burroughs has competed at the Olympic Games on two separate occasions for the U.S. He won the gold medal at the London Games in 2012 and finished in ninth place last year in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Burroughs is a four-time World champion, earning the top spot in 2011, 2013, 2015 and 2017. He also tacked on a bronze medal at the 2014 World Championships.

Topics of discussion include his journey back to the top following a dissapointing Olympic Games, how he approached the mental side of the sport over the past year, brining the U.S. a team title and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 86 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Olympic champion and four-time World champion Jordan Burroughs. Burroughs picked up his fourth World title out in Paris, France in August. He won five hard-fought bouts to claim the 74 kg/163 lbs. men's freestyle gold medal. In the championship match, Burroughs topped past World champion Khetik Tsabolov of Russia, 9-6. In addition to his individual triumph at the 2017 World Championships, Burroughs' performance was instrumental in the U.S. claiming its third team title at the event, the first since 1995. Burroughs has competed at the Olympic Games on two separate occasions for the U.S. He won the gold medal at the London Games in 2012 and finished in ninth place last year in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Burroughs is a four-time World champion, earning the top spot in 2011, 2013, 2015 and 2017. He also tacked on a bronze medal at the 2014 World Championships. Topics of discussion include his journey back to the top following a dissapointing Olympic Games, how he approached the mental side of the sport over the past year, brining the U.S. a team title and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 86 guest Jordan Burroughs on Twitter at @alliseeisgold and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:30:28cleanfullBP85: Daton Fix, Junior World Champion in Men's FreestyleThu, 21 Sep 2017 22:50:06 +0000Episode 85 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 Junior World champion Daton Fix.

Fix topped the 55 kg/121 lbs. men's freestyle charts at the Junior World Championships held in Tampere, Finland, in August. He won five matches on his way to gold, scoring five technical falls and outscoring his opponents by a combined 53-1 tally.

The win in Finland added to an already outstanding resume for Fix that includes a Junior World bronze medal, a Cadet World Bronze medal, a Youth Olympic Games silver medal and two Cadet Pan American titles. He has competed in four World Championship events for the U.S., two in the Cadet division and two in the Junior division.

Fix was a four-time Oklahoma high school state champion for Charles Page High School, ending his career with a perfect 168-0 record. He was awarded the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2017.

The talented youngster will begin his collegiate career this year for the tradition-rich Oklahoma State program. He expects to compete at 125 pounds for the Cowboys.

Topics of discussion include his Junior Worlds performance, the recruiting process landing him at Oklahoma State, managing success at a young age, future goals and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 85 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 Junior World champion Daton Fix. Fix topped the 55 kg/121 lbs. men's freestyle charts at the Junior World Championships held in Tampere, Finland, in August. He won five matches on his way to gold, scoring five technical falls and outscoring his opponents by a combined 53-1 tally. The win in Finland added to an already outstanding resume for Fix that includes a Junior World bronze medal, a Cadet World Bronze medal, a Youth Olympic Games silver medal and two Cadet Pan American titles. He has competed in four World Championship events for the U.S., two in the Cadet division and two in the Junior division. Fix was a four-time Oklahoma high school state champion for Charles Page High School, ending his career with a perfect 168-0 record. He was awarded the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2017. The talented youngster will begin his collegiate career this year for the tradition-rich Oklahoma State program. He expects to compete at 125 pounds for the Cowboys. Topics of discussion include his Junior Worlds performance, the recruiting process landing him at Oklahoma State, managing success at a young age, future goals and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 85 guest Daton Fix on Twitter at @_Greatest_Ever1 and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>56:12cleanfullBP84: Kyle Snyder runs down "Match of the Century" and U.S. World titleThu, 31 Aug 2017 22:21:49 +0000Episode 84 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features two-time World champion and Olympic champion Kyle Snyder.

Snyder just capped off his second World Championships appearance with a gold medal at 97 kg after winning a legendary finals showdown against fellow Olympic champion Abdulrashid Sadulaev of Russia, 6-5. Snyder's win put the exclamation point on the U.S. winning its third men's freestyle team World title in history.

With his performance in Paris, France, Snyder became the eighth American to win multiple World gold medals in men’s freestyle. He joins John Smith, Jordan Burroughs, Lee Kemp, Bruce Baumgartner, Mark Schultz, Kevin Jackson and Terry Brands with this distinction. Including results from the Olympic Games, only Snyder, Smith and Burroughs have won three World-level gold medals in a row.

It has been a historic three-year run for the new face of American wrestling. In 2015, Snyder became the youngest American to win a World championship at the age of 19. He set another age record by winning the Rio Olympics at 20. Now he has cemented himself as one of the best pound-for-pound wrestlers in the World by grabbing his third gold.

Snyder has one year of college eligibility remaining for Ohio State. He will return to Columbus, Ohio as a senior with two NCAA championships and three finals appearances under his belt.

Topics of discussion include the "Match of the Century" against Sadulaev, winning the team title, individual legacy and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 84 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features two-time World champion and Olympic champion Kyle Snyder. Snyder just capped off his second World Championships appearance with a gold medal at 97 kg after winning a legendary finals showdown against fellow Olympic champion Abdulrashid Sadulaev of Russia, 6-5. Snyder's win put the exclamation point on the U.S. winning its third men's freestyle team World title in history. With his performance in Paris, France, Snyder became the eighth American to win multiple World gold medals in men’s freestyle. He joins John Smith, Jordan Burroughs, Lee Kemp, Bruce Baumgartner, Mark Schultz, Kevin Jackson and Terry Brands with this distinction. Including results from the Olympic Games, only Snyder, Smith and Burroughs have won three World-level gold medals in a row. It has been a historic three-year run for the new face of American wrestling. In 2015, Snyder became the youngest American to win a World championship at the age of 19. He set another age record by winning the Rio Olympics at 20. Now he has cemented himself as one of the best pound-for-pound wrestlers in the World by grabbing his third gold. Snyder has one year of college eligibility remaining for Ohio State. He will return to Columbus, Ohio as a senior with two NCAA championships and three finals appearances under his belt. Topics of discussion include the "Match of the Century" against Sadulaev, winning the team title, individual legacy and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 84 guest Kyle Snyder on Twitter at @Snyder_man45 and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:03:13cleanfullBP83: World Championships Preview (Part 3: Men's Freestyle)Fri, 18 Aug 2017 00:10:23 +0000Episode 83 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast constitutes part three of a special three-episode series previewing the 2017 UWW Senior World Championships being held at AccorHotels Arena in Paris, France, Aug. 21-26.

The tandem of Richard Immel and Jason Bryant fill you in on all the need-to-know intel for the World Championships, including weight-by-weight breakdowns, seeding, contenders, dark horses and much more.

Men's freestyle will be contested during the final two days of the World Championships. 57 kg, 61 kg, 86 kg and 125 kg will be wrestled on Friday, August 25. 65 kg, 70 kg, 74 kg and 97 kg will follow on Saturday, August 26.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 83 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast constitutes part three of a special three-episode series previewing the 2017 UWW Senior World Championships being held at AccorHotels Arena in Paris, France, Aug. 21-26. The tandem of Richard Immel and Jason Bryant fill you in on all the need-to-know intel for the World Championships, including weight-by-weight breakdowns, seeding, contenders, dark horses and much more. Men's freestyle will be contested during the final two days of the World Championships. 57 kg, 61 kg, 86 kg and 125 kg will be wrestled on Friday, August 25. 65 kg, 70 kg, 74 kg and 97 kg will follow on Saturday, August 26. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:06:18cleanfullBP82: World Championships Preview (Part 2: Women's Freestyle)Thu, 17 Aug 2017 23:29:49 +0000Episode 82 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast constitutes part two of a special three-episode series previewing the 2017 UWW Senior World Championships being held at AccorHotels Arena in Paris, France, Aug. 21-26.

The tandem of Richard Immel and Jason Bryant fill you in on all the need-to-know intel for the World Championships, including weight-by-weight breakdowns, seeding, contenders, dark horses and much more.

Women's freestyle will be contested during the third and fourth days of the World Championships. 55 kg, 58 kg, 63 kg and 69 kg will be wrestled on Wednesday, August 23. 48 kg, 53 kg, 60 kg and 69 kg will follow on Thursday, August 24.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 82 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast constitutes part two of a special three-episode series previewing the 2017 UWW Senior World Championships being held at AccorHotels Arena in Paris, France, Aug. 21-26. The tandem of Richard Immel and Jason Bryant fill you in on all the need-to-know intel for the World Championships, including weight-by-weight breakdowns, seeding, contenders, dark horses and much more. Women's freestyle will be contested during the third and fourth days of the World Championships. 55 kg, 58 kg, 63 kg and 69 kg will be wrestled on Wednesday, August 23. 48 kg, 53 kg, 60 kg and 69 kg will follow on Thursday, August 24. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:05:20cleanfullBP81: World Championships Preview (Part 1: Greco-Roman)Wed, 16 Aug 2017 22:49:04 +0000Episode 81 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast constitutes part one of a special three-episode series previewing the 2017 UWW Senior World Championships being held at AccorHotels Arena in Paris, France, Aug. 21-26.

The tandem of Richard Immel and Jason Bryant fill you in on all the need-to-know intel for the World Championships, including weight-by-weight breakdowns, seeding, contenders, dark horses and much more.

Greco-Roman will be contested during the first two days of the World Championships. 71 kg, 75 kg, 85 kg and 98 kg will be wrestled on Monday, August 21. 59 kg, 66 kg, 80 kg and 130 kg will follow on Tuesday, August 22.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Play | RSS]]>Episode 81 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast constitutes part one of a special three-episode series previewing the 2017 UWW Senior World Championships being held at AccorHotels Arena in Paris, France, Aug. 21-26. The tandem of Richard Immel and Jason Bryant fill you in on all the need-to-know intel for the World Championships, including weight-by-weight breakdowns, seeding, contenders, dark horses and much more. Greco-Roman will be contested during the first two days of the World Championships. 71 kg, 75 kg, 85 kg and 98 kg will be wrestled on Monday, August 21. 59 kg, 66 kg, 80 kg and 130 kg will follow on Tuesday, August 22. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Play | RSS]]>01:00:45cleanfullFargo Bonus Bytes: John SmithTue, 18 Jul 2017 15:47:40 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, we sit down with Oklahoma State head coach, two time-Olympic champion and four-time World champion John Smith to chat Fargo, the Cowboys and this year's World Team.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, we sit down with Oklahoma State head coach, two time-Olympic champion and four-time World champion John Smith to chat Fargo, the Cowboys and this year's World Team. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>14:20cleanFargo Bonus Bytes: Julia SalataTue, 18 Jul 2017 15:05:59 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, we sit down with King assistant coach Julia Salata to discuss her many roles in Fargo and her future prospects as an athlete and coach.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, we sit down with King assistant coach Julia Salata to discuss her many roles in Fargo and her future prospects as an athlete and coach. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>12:16cleanFargo Bonus Bytes: Chris BonoMon, 17 Jul 2017 16:33:46 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, we sit down with South Dakota State head coach Chris Bono to hit on Fargo topics and get a Jackrabbit update.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, we sit down with South Dakota State head coach Chris Bono to hit on Fargo topics and get a Jackrabbit update. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>07:20cleanFargo Bonus Bytes: Jared FrayerMon, 17 Jul 2017 15:28:11 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, we sit down with 2012 Olympian and Virginia Tech assistant coach Jared Frayer to chat Fargo experiences and his new role with the Hokies.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, we sit down with 2012 Olympian and Virginia Tech assistant coach Jared Frayer to chat Fargo experiences and his new role with the Hokies. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>07:14cleanFargo Bonus Bytes: Tony RamosSun, 16 Jul 2017 17:28:48 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with two-time U.S. World Team member, NCAA champion and North Carolina assistant coach Tony Ramos to chat Fargo memories, coaching and post-World Team Trials thoughts.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with two-time U.S. World Team member, NCAA champion and North Carolina assistant coach Tony Ramos to chat Fargo memories, coaching and post-World Team Trials thoughts. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>10:05cleanFargo Bonus Bytes: Nick MarableSun, 16 Jul 2017 15:42:02 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with West Virginia assistant coach and past U.S. World Team member Nick Marable about his Fargo experiences and get a Mountaineer update.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with West Virginia assistant coach and past U.S. World Team member Nick Marable about his Fargo experiences and get a Mountaineer update. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>10:19cleanFargo Bonus Bytes: Brent MetcalfSun, 16 Jul 2017 01:10:12 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with Iowa State assistant coach and four-time U.S. World Team member Brent Metcalf to chat about his Fargo legend and new role with the Cyclones.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with Iowa State assistant coach and four-time U.S. World Team member Brent Metcalf to chat about his Fargo legend and new role with the Cyclones. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>07:56cleanFargo Bonus Bytes: Jeremy SpatesSun, 16 Jul 2017 01:06:50 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with SIU Edwardsville head coach Jeremy Spates to talk the ascension of SIUE and Fargo experiences.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with SIU Edwardsville head coach Jeremy Spates to talk the ascension of SIUE and Fargo experiences. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>11:29cleanFargo Bonus Bytes: Andrew HoweSun, 16 Jul 2017 01:03:29 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with Northwestern assistant coach Andrew Howe to chat about his Fargo experiences and first year of coaching for the Wildcats.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with Northwestern assistant coach Andrew Howe to chat about his Fargo experiences and first year of coaching for the Wildcats. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>05:33cleanFargo Bonus Bytes: Nate EngelSun, 16 Jul 2017 00:59:26 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with Navy assistant coach Nate Engel to chat about his Fargo experiences and his recent trip to the Maccabiah Games in Israel.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with Navy assistant coach Nate Engel to chat about his Fargo experiences and his recent trip to the Maccabiah Games in Israel. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>06:17cleanFargo Bonus Bytes: Rusty DavidsonSun, 16 Jul 2017 00:55:36 +0000On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with longtime U.S. official Rusty Davidson to discuss his Fargo experiences.

This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>On this special "Bonus Bytes" episode of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast we sit down with longtime U.S. official Rusty Davidson to discuss his Fargo experiences. This episode is one of a special line of shows that will be brought to you from the 2017 Cadet and Junior National Championships held at the Fargodome in Fargo, N.D. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>14:46cleanBP80: Kerry McCoy, Maryland Head Coach, Olympian & Hall of Fame WrestlerSun, 02 Jul 2017 18:17:31 +0000Episode 80 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features two-time Olympian and current University of Maryland head coach Kerry McCoy.

McCoy is entering his 10th season as the head coach at Maryland. During his tenure, Maryland has accumulated four top-20 NCAA finishes, three ACC conference championships and seven individual All-Americans combining for 11 such honors.

His coaching career includes time at Penn State, Lehigh and Stanford before taking over at Maryland. He is a three-time ACC Coach of the Year recipient.

As a competitor, McCoy made the U.S. Olympic Team in 2000 and 2004. He earned a silver medal at the 2003 World Championships and was a member of four U.S. World Team's.

He competed collegiately for Penn State where he was a two-time NCAA champion, three-time All-American and Hodge Trophy winner in 1997.

McCoy was inducted in the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member in 2014.

Topics of discussion his coaching career and philosophy, competitive career, memorable moments, rivalries, opportunites and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 80 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features two-time Olympian and current University of Maryland head coach Kerry McCoy. McCoy is entering his 10th season as the head coach at Maryland. During his tenure, Maryland has accumulated four top-20 NCAA finishes, three ACC conference championships and seven individual All-Americans combining for 11 such honors. His coaching career includes time at Penn State, Lehigh and Stanford before taking over at Maryland. He is a three-time ACC Coach of the Year recipient. As a competitor, McCoy made the U.S. Olympic Team in 2000 and 2004. He earned a silver medal at the 2003 World Championships and was a member of four U.S. World Team's. He competed collegiately for Penn State where he was a two-time NCAA champion, three-time All-American and Hodge Trophy winner in 1997. McCoy was inducted in the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member in 2014. Topics of discussion his coaching career and philosophy, competitive career, memorable moments, rivalries, opportunites and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 80 guest Kerry McCoy on Twitter at @kmac120 and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:36:55cleanBP79: Becka Leathers, 2017 U.S. World Team Member in Women's FreestyleWed, 24 May 2017 18:40:52 +0000Episode 79 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 U.S. World Team member in women's freestyle Becka Leathers.

Leathers made her first Senior-level U.S. World Team by winning the U.S. World Team Trials held in Las Vegas, Nev. in April. She will be the 55 kg representative for the U.S. at the World Championships being held in Paris, France, this August.

One week after making the World Team, Leathers brought back gold from the Pan American Championships held in Salvador da Bahia, Brazil.

She has been a member of two Junior World Teams and one Cadet World Team. In 2015, Leathers won a bronze medal at the Junior World Championships.

This season, Leathers has won international gold medals at the Bill Farrell International and Dave Schultz Memorial International. She is also a University Nationals champion and past WCWA Women's College Nationals champion.

Topics of discussion include securing a berth on the U.S. World Team, her victory at the Pan American Championships, her journey in wrestling and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 79 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 U.S. World Team member in women's freestyle Becka Leathers. Leathers made her first Senior-level U.S. World Team by winning the U.S. World Team Trials held in Las Vegas, Nev. in April. She will be the 55 kg representative for the U.S. at the World Championships being held in Paris, France, this August. One week after making the World Team, Leathers brought back gold from the Pan American Championships held in Salvador da Bahia, Brazil. She has been a member of two Junior World Teams and one Cadet World Team. In 2015, Leathers won a bronze medal at the Junior World Championships. This season, Leathers has won international gold medals at the Bill Farrell International and Dave Schultz Memorial International. She is also a University Nationals champion and past WCWA Women's College Nationals champion. Topics of discussion include securing a berth on the U.S. World Team, her victory at the Pan American Championships, her journey in wrestling and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 79 guest Becka Leathers on Twitter at @TeamBA4Life and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>59:28cleanBP78: U.S. National Women's Coach Erin Vandiver takes on new challenge as girls coach at Wyoming SeminaryThu, 20 Apr 2017 23:29:40 +0000Episode 78 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features U.S. National Women's Coach Erin Vandiver.

Vandiver recently accepted the position as the new girls wrestling coach at national high school powerhouse Wyoming Seminary College Preparatory School in Kingston, Pa.

The Pennsylvania native returns to her home state to lead a brand new accelerated elite girls developmental program, which seeks to attract many of the nation’s top high school girl wrestlers to pursue national and international goals while attending a highly respected academic institution.

Vandiver has a proven record of success as an athlete on the high school and international levels, as well as extensive experience coaching age-group wrestlers. One of her key responsibilities for USA Wrestling has been working with the nation’s top Cadet and Junior level women wrestlers, including coaching U.S. age group World Teams.

In her role as a coach for the resident-athletes at the U.S. Olympic Training Center, Vandiver has also helped numerous U.S. Senior women wrestlers win World and Olympic medals for the United States. She has been a member of the women’s coaching staff at the last two Olympic Games.

Competing under her maiden name Erin Tomeo, she was a member of the 2001 and 2006 U.S. World Teams. She won the 2008 U.S. Open and was a four-time U.S. Open runner-up.

Erin wrestled at Lock Haven University as a member of the varsity men’s team for the 2001-2002 season.

Competing for Grove City High School, she was the first girl in Pennsylvania wrestling history to place at Districts and win a match at the Regional high school boys wrestling tournament. She was also active with USA Wrestling in its age-group women’s programs, and won Cadet World bronze medals in 1998 and 1999.

Topics of discussion include taking over the Wyoming Seminary program, her vision for developing women's wrestling, lessons learned through her coaching and athletic careers and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 78 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features U.S. National Women's Coach Erin Vandiver. Vandiver recently accepted the position as the new girls wrestling coach at national high school powerhouse Wyoming Seminary College Preparatory School in Kingston, Pa. The Pennsylvania native returns to her home state to lead a brand new accelerated elite girls developmental program, which seeks to attract many of the nation’s top high school girl wrestlers to pursue national and international goals while attending a highly respected academic institution. Vandiver has a proven record of success as an athlete on the high school and international levels, as well as extensive experience coaching age-group wrestlers. One of her key responsibilities for USA Wrestling has been working with the nation’s top Cadet and Junior level women wrestlers, including coaching U.S. age group World Teams. In her role as a coach for the resident-athletes at the U.S. Olympic Training Center, Vandiver has also helped numerous U.S. Senior women wrestlers win World and Olympic medals for the United States. She has been a member of the women’s coaching staff at the last two Olympic Games. Competing under her maiden name Erin Tomeo, she was a member of the 2001 and 2006 U.S. World Teams. She won the 2008 U.S. Open and was a four-time U.S. Open runner-up. Erin wrestled at Lock Haven University as a member of the varsity men’s team for the 2001-2002 season. Competing for Grove City High School, she was the first girl in Pennsylvania wrestling history to place at Districts and win a match at the Regional high school boys wrestling tournament. She was also active with USA Wrestling in its age-group women’s programs, and won Cadet World bronze medals in 1998 and 1999. Topics of discussion include taking over the Wyoming Seminary program, her vision for developing women's wrestling, lessons learned through her coaching and athletic careers and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 78 guest Erin Vandiver on Twitter at @QueenT_omeo and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>55:04cleanBP77: Keith Gavin, newly named University of Pittsburgh head coachTue, 18 Apr 2017 22:08:54 +0000Episode 77 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features newly named head coach at the University of Pittsburgh, Keith Gavin.

Gavin takes the reigns of the Panther program after serving as an assistant coach at both Virginia and Oklahoma. He is the 11th head coach in the history of the Pittsburgh wrestling program.

On the Senior level, Gavin was a 2013 U.S. World Team member in men's freestyle, two-time U.S. Open champion, six-time U.S. National Team member and 2008 University World bronze medalist.

He was a two-time All-American for Pittsburgh, winning the NCAA Championships at 174 pounds in 2008 and finishing as NCAA runner-up in 2007.

Topics of discussion include taking over the Pitt program, his vision for the future of Pitt wrestling, what he learned from his international and college careers and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 77 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features newly named head coach at the University of Pittsburgh, Keith Gavin. Gavin takes the reigns of the Panther program after serving as an assistant coach at both Virginia and Oklahoma. He is the 11th head coach in the history of the Pittsburgh wrestling program. On the Senior level, Gavin was a 2013 U.S. World Team member in men's freestyle, two-time U.S. Open champion, six-time U.S. National Team member and 2008 University World bronze medalist. He was a two-time All-American for Pittsburgh, winning the NCAA Championships at 174 pounds in 2008 and finishing as NCAA runner-up in 2007. Topics of discussion include taking over the Pitt program, his vision for the future of Pitt wrestling, what he learned from his international and college careers and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 77 guest Keith Gavin on Twitter at @keithgavin84 and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:00:26cleanBP76: Dean Heil, Two-time NCAA champion for Oklahoma StateWed, 12 Apr 2017 21:47:17 +0000Episode 76 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features two-time NCAA champion Dean Heil of Oklahoma State University.

Heil won his second NCAA championship at 141 pounds this season after posting a perfect 32-0 record. He won the 142nd individual NCAA title in Cowboy history and became the 39th wrestler in program history to win multiple titles.

In the NCAA finals, Heil defeated Virginia's Geogre DiCamillo by a 6-3 margin. The two owned a well-established history on the mat dating back to their little league days in Ohio.

Heil is riding a 41-match win-streak heding into his senior season. He has placed fourth, first and first during his first three years at the NCAA Championships and is a three-time Big 12 champion.

Topics of discussion include consistently performing at the highest level, internal motivation, wrestling in tight matches, what it takes to win the NCAA Championships and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 76 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features two-time NCAA champion Dean Heil of Oklahoma State University. Heil won his second NCAA championship at 141 pounds this season after posting a perfect 32-0 record. He won the 142nd individual NCAA title in Cowboy history and became the 39th wrestler in program history to win multiple titles. In the NCAA finals, Heil defeated Virginia's Geogre DiCamillo by a 6-3 margin. The two owned a well-established history on the mat dating back to their little league days in Ohio. Heil is riding a 41-match win-streak heding into his senior season. He has placed fourth, first and first during his first three years at the NCAA Championships and is a three-time Big 12 champion. Topics of discussion include consistently performing at the highest level, internal motivation, wrestling in tight matches, what it takes to win the NCAA Championships and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 76 guest Dean Heil on Twitter at @MeanDeanHeil and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:16:28cleanBP75: Cory Clark, 2017 NCAA champion for the University of IowaTue, 04 Apr 2017 22:27:40 +0000Episode 75 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 NCAA champion Cory Clark of the University of Iowa.

Clark capped off his collegiate career by winning the NCAA Division I Championships held at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis, Mo.

He became the 133-pound NCAA champion with wins over Connor Schram of Stanford, Pat D'Arcy of Princeton, Stevan Micic of Michigan, Nathan Tomasello of Ohio State and Seth Gross of South Dakota State. Clark defeated Gross 4-3 in the championship match.

Clark finished his Hawkeye career as a four-time NCAA All-American and three-time NCAA finalist as he became the 54th individual in program history to claim a national title. He is the 19th Hawkeye to become a four-time All-American.

Topics of discussion include cementing his career with a NCAA title, overcoming the heartbreak of finishing second at the NCAAs two times, what it means to be a part of the Iowa wrestling tradition and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 75 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 NCAA champion Cory Clark of the University of Iowa. Clark capped off his collegiate career by winning the NCAA Division I Championships held at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis, Mo. He became the 133-pound NCAA champion with wins over Connor Schram of Stanford, Pat D'Arcy of Princeton, Stevan Micic of Michigan, Nathan Tomasello of Ohio State and Seth Gross of South Dakota State. Clark defeated Gross 4-3 in the championship match. Clark finished his Hawkeye career as a four-time NCAA All-American and three-time NCAA finalist as he became the 54th individual in program history to claim a national title. He is the 19th Hawkeye to become a four-time All-American. Topics of discussion include cementing his career with a NCAA title, overcoming the heartbreak of finishing second at the NCAAs two times, what it means to be a part of the Iowa wrestling tradition and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 75 guest Cory Clark on Twitter at @iCoryClark and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>52:56cleanBP74: Gabe Dean, Two-Time NCAA Champion for Cornell UniversityFri, 31 Mar 2017 20:55:44 +0000Episode 74 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by KT Tape, features two-time NCAA champion Gabe Dean of Cornell University.

Dean just completed a remarkable collegiate career for the Big Red as a four-time NCAA All-American with placements of third, first, first and second at the NCAA Championships.

His list of achievements include being a four-time EIWA champion, two-time Ivy League Wrestler of the Year and the Cornell record holder for all-time wins at 152.

As a senior, Dean finished with a 35-1 overall record and 20 pins, the highest mark in the NCAA this season.

In his final collegiate match, Dean was upset in the NCAA finals by Penn State's Bo Nickal, 4-3. Despite this loss, Dean will go down as one of the top wrestlers in NCAA history, all the while staying true to himself and his personal values.

Topics of discussion include his final run at the NCAA Championships, the legacy he built at Cornell, the sustained success of the Cornell program, overcoming adversity and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 74 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by KT Tape, features two-time NCAA champion Gabe Dean of Cornell University. Dean just completed a remarkable collegiate career for the Big Red as a four-time NCAA All-American with placements of third, first, first and second at the NCAA Championships. His list of achievements include being a four-time EIWA champion, two-time Ivy League Wrestler of the Year and the Cornell record holder for all-time wins at 152. As a senior, Dean finished with a 35-1 overall record and 20 pins, the highest mark in the NCAA this season. In his final collegiate match, Dean was upset in the NCAA finals by Penn State's Bo Nickal, 4-3. Despite this loss, Dean will go down as one of the top wrestlers in NCAA history, all the while staying true to himself and his personal values. Topics of discussion include his final run at the NCAA Championships, the legacy he built at Cornell, the sustained success of the Cornell program, overcoming adversity and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 74 guest Gabe Dean on Twitter at @DabeGean and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>57:58cleanBP73: Julia Salata, 3x University Nationals champion gearing up for World Team TrialsFri, 31 Mar 2017 00:16:56 +0000Episode 73 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features top U.S. women's freestyle talent Julia Salata.

Salata is fresh off winning her third University Nationals title with a masterful performance at the Cox Convention Center in Oklahoma City, Okla.

The Canton, Mich. native has seen tremedous success throughout her career. Salata is a two-time WCWA Women's College Nationals champion and four-time college All-American. She won a Univesity World bronze medal in 2014 and was a member of U.S. Junior World Teams in 2012 and 2013.

Salata will comepte at either 69 kg or 75 kg at the U.S. World Team Trials in Las Vegas, Nev. this April. She was the 75 kg runner-up at the 2017 U.S. Senior Nationals.

On top of her career as an athlete, Salata just completed her first season as an assistant coach at King University, a program that has now won four-straight WCWA team titles. Salata also participates part-time as a freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling official.

Topics of discussion include winning a third University Nationals title, being a member of the King wrestling program in multiple capacities, the growth of women's wrestling and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 73 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features top U.S. women's freestyle talent Julia Salata. Salata is fresh off winning her third University Nationals title with a masterful performance at the Cox Convention Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. The Canton, Mich. native has seen tremedous success throughout her career. Salata is a two-time WCWA Women's College Nationals champion and four-time college All-American. She won a Univesity World bronze medal in 2014 and was a member of U.S. Junior World Teams in 2012 and 2013. Salata will comepte at either 69 kg or 75 kg at the U.S. World Team Trials in Las Vegas, Nev. this April. She was the 75 kg runner-up at the 2017 U.S. Senior Nationals. On top of her career as an athlete, Salata just completed her first season as an assistant coach at King University, a program that has now won four-straight WCWA team titles. Salata also participates part-time as a freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling official. Topics of discussion include winning a third University Nationals title, being a member of the King wrestling program in multiple capacities, the growth of women's wrestling and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 73 guest Julia Salata on Twitter at @JSalata and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:04:02cleanBP72: Darian Cruz, 2017 NCAA champion for Lehigh UniversityThu, 23 Mar 2017 21:17:57 +0000Episode 72 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 NCAA champion Darian Cruz of Lehigh University.

Cruz won the 125-pound title at the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships held in St. Louis, Mo., March 16-18.

Throuhgout his three-day journey in St. Louis, Cruz defeated Dylan Peters of Northern Iowa, Shakur Laney of Ohio, Sean Fausz of North Carolina State, Thomas Gilman of Iowa and Ethan Lizak of Minnesota to become the 22nd individual to win a NCAA title for Lehigh.

Cruz downed the top seed Gilman 4-2 in the semifinals courtesy of a takedown in sudden victory. He secured a 6-3 win over Lizak in the championship match.

At the conclusion of his junior campaign for the Mountain Hawks, Cruz owns two NCAA All-American honors and two EIWA conference championships. He finished with a 31-2 record this season.

Topics of discussion include his NCAA title run, what it means to accomplish this feat for Lehigh, turning towards a title defense and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 72 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2017 NCAA champion Darian Cruz of Lehigh University. Cruz won the 125-pound title at the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships held in St. Louis, Mo., March 16-18. Throuhgout his three-day journey in St. Louis, Cruz defeated Dylan Peters of Northern Iowa, Shakur Laney of Ohio, Sean Fausz of North Carolina State, Thomas Gilman of Iowa and Ethan Lizak of Minnesota to become the 22nd individual to win a NCAA title for Lehigh. Cruz downed the top seed Gilman 4-2 in the semifinals courtesy of a takedown in sudden victory. He secured a 6-3 win over Lizak in the championship match. At the conclusion of his junior campaign for the Mountain Hawks, Cruz owns two NCAA All-American honors and two EIWA conference championships. He finished with a 31-2 record this season. Topics of discussion include his NCAA title run, what it means to accomplish this feat for Lehigh, turning towards a title defense and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 72 guest Darian Cruz on Twitter at @toicruz23 and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:08:25cleanBP71: 2017 NCAA Division I Championships Bracketology BonanzaTue, 14 Mar 2017 00:03:26 +0000On Episode 71 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast the duo of Richard Immel and Jason Bryant return to break down every aspect of the 2017 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships.

This year's NCAA bracketology episode features in-depth analysis of all 10 weight classes being contested, team race scenarios, Hodge Trophy discussion, predictions and more off the wall banter.

The 2017 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships will he beld March 16-18 at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis, Mo.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>On Episode 71 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast the duo of Richard Immel and Jason Bryant return to break down every aspect of the 2017 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. This year's NCAA bracketology episode features in-depth analysis of all 10 weight classes being contested, team race scenarios, Hodge Trophy discussion, predictions and more off the wall banter. The 2017 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships will he beld March 16-18 at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis, Mo. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 71 guest Jason Bryant on Twitter at @jasonmbryant and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>02:08:22noBP70: David Taylor recounts a magical Freestyle World Cup in IranWed, 01 Mar 2017 21:07:54 +0000Episode 70 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features the "Magic Man" himself, David Taylor.

Taylor is fresh off a landmark performace at the 2017 Freestyle World Cup where he went 4-0 for the U.S. at 86 kg/189 lbs. by defeating two Olympic champions, an Olympic bronze medalist and a Junior World champion over a two-day span.

Prior to the World Cup, Taylor won gold medals at four international events with his most recent coming at the 2017 Paris International. He finished in third place at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials at 86 kg.

Taylor was a two-time NCAA champion, four-time NCAA finalist, two-time Hodge Trophy winner and four-time Big Ten champion for Penn State from 2010 to 2014. He also helped Penn State capture four-straight NCAA championships as a team.

Topics of discussion include traveling to Iran for the Freestyle World Cup, his dynamic World Cup performance, Penn State wrestling and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 70 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features the "Magic Man" himself, David Taylor. Taylor is fresh off a landmark performace at the 2017 Freestyle World Cup where he went 4-0 for the U.S. at 86 kg/189 lbs. by defeating two Olympic champions, an Olympic bronze medalist and a Junior World champion over a two-day span. Prior to the World Cup, Taylor won gold medals at four international events with his most recent coming at the 2017 Paris International. He finished in third place at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials at 86 kg. Taylor was a two-time NCAA champion, four-time NCAA finalist, two-time Hodge Trophy winner and four-time Big Ten champion for Penn State from 2010 to 2014. He also helped Penn State capture four-straight NCAA championships as a team. Topics of discussion include traveling to Iran for the Freestyle World Cup, his dynamic World Cup performance, Penn State wrestling and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 70 guest David Taylor on Twitter at @magicman_psu and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:08:38cleanBP69: Chris Bono, South Dakota State Head CoachThu, 16 Feb 2017 00:27:41 +0000Episode 69 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features South Dakota State University head coach Chris Bono.

Bono is in his fifth season as head coach for the Jackrabbits and has brought new life to the program. SDSU has seen 12 wrestlers qualify for the NCAA Championships under Bono's leadership. This season, SDSU holds a record of 13-4 (7-1 Big 12) and is ranked in the top-20 nationally.

South Dakota State now enters a crucial stretch of its season, hosting Purdue in a NWCA National Duals Championship Series bowl followed by a border brawl with North Dakota State this weekend.

Bono was a three-time All-American and NCAA champion at Iowa State University from 1994-1997. He ammassed 130 career wins for the Cyclones. On the Senior-level, Bono was a three-time U.S. World Team member in freestyle wrestling.

Topics of discussion include the rise of South Dakota State, the National Duals, preparing for the postseason and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 69 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features South Dakota State University head coach Chris Bono. Bono is in his fifth season as head coach for the Jackrabbits and has brought new life to the program. SDSU has seen 12 wrestlers qualify for the NCAA Championships under Bono's leadership. This season, SDSU holds a record of 13-4 (7-1 Big 12) and is ranked in the top-20 nationally. South Dakota State now enters a crucial stretch of its season, hosting Purdue in a NWCA National Duals Championship Series bowl followed by a border brawl with North Dakota State this weekend. Bono was a three-time All-American and NCAA champion at Iowa State University from 1994-1997. He ammassed 130 career wins for the Cyclones. On the Senior-level, Bono was a three-time U.S. World Team member in freestyle wrestling. Topics of discussion include the rise of South Dakota State, the National Duals, preparing for the postseason and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 69 guest Chris Bono on Twitter at @ChrisBono and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>58:21cleanBP68: Tamyra Mensah, Ivan Yarygin Grand Prix & Olympic Trials ChampionWed, 08 Feb 2017 19:33:33 +0000Episode 68 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by KT Tape, features one of the top women's freestyle wrestlers in the U.S., Tamyra Mensah.

Mensah is fresh off a gold-medal performance at the Ivan Yarygin Grand Prix held in Krasonyarsk, Russia. She became just the sixth U.S. woman to win the prestigious event, and first to do so since 2010.

2016 was a banner year for the young American talent. Mensah won six medals at international events over the year in addition to her stateside wins at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials and U.S. Senior Nationals.

Mensah is a senior at Wayland Baptist University where she has already earned three WCWA All-American honors and a national title in 2014. She will look for her second WCWA crown this weekend in Oklahoma City, Okla.

Topics of discussion include her performance at the Ivan Yarygin Grand Prix, her 2016 Olympic journey, ascending levels, and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 68 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by KT Tape, features one of the top women's freestyle wrestlers in the U.S., Tamyra Mensah. Mensah is fresh off a gold-medal performance at the Ivan Yarygin Grand Prix held in Krasonyarsk, Russia. She became just the sixth U.S. woman to win the prestigious event, and first to do so since 2010. 2016 was a banner year for the young American talent. Mensah won six medals at international events over the year in addition to her stateside wins at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials and U.S. Senior Nationals. Mensah is a senior at Wayland Baptist University where she has already earned three WCWA All-American honors and a national title in 2014. She will look for her second WCWA crown this weekend in Oklahoma City, Okla. Topics of discussion include her performance at the Ivan Yarygin Grand Prix, her 2016 Olympic journey, ascending levels, and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:02:36cleanBP67: Jacob Kasper, Duke's High-Flying HeavyweightThu, 19 Jan 2017 21:58:59 +0000Episode 67 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Duke University's high-flying heavyweight Jacob Kasper.

Competing in his junior season for the Blue Devils, Kasper has compiled a 20-1 record with six wins coming by fall and three by major decision. He became Duke's first Southern Scuffle champion in January.

Kasper was a NCAA qualifier and ACC runner-up in 2015. He also finished in seventh place at the 2015 U.S. Senior Nationals in Greco-Roman.

Topics of discussion include his personal growth on the mat, taking on a new weight class, training Greco-Roman at the Olympic Training Center and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 67 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Duke University's high-flying heavyweight Jacob Kasper. Competing in his junior season for the Blue Devils, Kasper has compiled a 20-1 record with six wins coming by fall and three by major decision. He became Duke's first Southern Scuffle champion in January. Kasper was a NCAA qualifier and ACC runner-up in 2015. He also finished in seventh place at the 2015 U.S. Senior Nationals in Greco-Roman. Topics of discussion include his personal growth on the mat, taking on a new weight class, training Greco-Roman at the Olympic Training Center and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 67 guest Jacob Kasper on Twitter at @jacobakasper and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>51:14cleanBP66: Tim Foley, United World WrestlingThu, 12 Jan 2017 21:55:01 +0000Episode 66 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features United World Wrestling's Tim Foley.

Foley has covered wrestling at all levels for over a decade. His current role with United World Wrestling has him oversee the media operations for wrestling's international governing body.

He was a NCAA All-American at the University of Virginia in 2004 and later coached at Columbia University while earning his M.S. in Magazine Journalism.

Topics of discussion include his personal connection to wrestling, the promotional side of wrestling, the evolution of UWW and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 66 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features United World Wrestling's Tim Foley. Foley has covered wrestling at all levels for over a decade. His current role with United World Wrestling has him oversee the media operations for wrestling's international governing body. He was a NCAA All-American at the University of Virginia in 2004 and later coached at Columbia University while earning his M.S. in Magazine Journalism. Topics of discussion include his personal connection to wrestling, the promotional side of wrestling, the evolution of UWW and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 66 guest Tim Foley on Twitter at @trfoley and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:15:29cleanBP65: Reminiscing the best wrestling moments of 2016Fri, 06 Jan 2017 06:05:00 +0000Episode 65 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast takes a look back at many of the great wrestling moments from the 2016 calendar year.

Richard Immel and Jason Bryant come together once more in a special Short Time-Bonus Points collaboration to reflect on their favorite moments of the past year.

Topics of discussion include the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the NCAA Championsips in Madison Square Garden plus much more off-the-wall conversation.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 65 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast takes a look back at many of the great wrestling moments from the 2016 calendar year. Richard Immel and Jason Bryant come together once more in a special Short Time-Bonus Points collaboration to reflect on their favorite moments of the past year. Topics of discussion include the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the NCAA Championsips in Madison Square Garden plus much more off-the-wall conversation. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 65 guest Jason Bryant on Twitter at @jasonmbryant and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:04:07cleanBP64: Logan Stieber, 2016 World champion in men's freestyleFri, 23 Dec 2016 08:43:38 +0000Episode 64 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by KT Tape, features 2016 World Champion Logan Stieber.

The four-time NCAA champion and 2011 Junior World silver medalist made his mark on the international wrestling world with an electrifying gold-medal performance at the 2016 World Championships in Budapest, Hungary.

Stieber stared down an incredibly challenging draw at Worlds, with all four of his opponents ranked highly in the United World Wrestling men’s freestyle rankings at 61 kg/134 lbs.

The U.S. gunslinger opened his World title run with a quick 10-0 technical fall over 2015 World bronze medalist Vasyl Shuptar of Ukraine. In the quarterfinals, he topped eventual bronze medalist Akhmed Chakaev of Russia, 13-11, scoring the deciding takedown with five seconds left in the match. Moments later, Stieber secured the match-clinching takedown on Asian silver medalist Behnam Ehsanpoor of Iran with one second remaining in the bout to pull out a 9-8 victory and qualify for the finals.

Standing across Stieber in the gold-medal match was 2015 European Games silver medalist Beka Lomtadze of Georgia. Leading 1-0 entering the second frame, Stieber rode his high-powered offense to a comfortable 8-4 decision and his first World championship.

Stieber won his fourth NCAA title and the Hodge Trophy for the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2015, becoming just the fourth wrestler in NCAA history to accomplish this feat. He is now the first four-time NCAA champion to win a World Championships.

Topics of discussion include the thrill of winning a World title, the clutch factor, his up-and-down 2016 season and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 64 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by KT Tape, features 2016 World Champion Logan Stieber. The four-time NCAA champion and 2011 Junior World silver medalist made his mark on the international wrestling world with an electrifying gold-medal performance at the 2016 World Championships in Budapest, Hungary. Stieber stared down an incredibly challenging draw at Worlds, with all four of his opponents ranked highly in the United World Wrestling men’s freestyle rankings at 61 kg/134 lbs. The U.S. gunslinger opened his World title run with a quick 10-0 technical fall over 2015 World bronze medalist Vasyl Shuptar of Ukraine. In the quarterfinals, he topped eventual bronze medalist Akhmed Chakaev of Russia, 13-11, scoring the deciding takedown with five seconds left in the match. Moments later, Stieber secured the match-clinching takedown on Asian silver medalist Behnam Ehsanpoor of Iran with one second remaining in the bout to pull out a 9-8 victory and qualify for the finals. Standing across Stieber in the gold-medal match was 2015 European Games silver medalist Beka Lomtadze of Georgia. Leading 1-0 entering the second frame, Stieber rode his high-powered offense to a comfortable 8-4 decision and his first World championship. Stieber won his fourth NCAA title and the Hodge Trophy for the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2015, becoming just the fourth wrestler in NCAA history to accomplish this feat. He is now the first four-time NCAA champion to win a World Championships. Topics of discussion include the thrill of winning a World title, the clutch factor, his up-and-down 2016 season and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 64 guest Logan Stieber on Twitter at @_LogieBear_ and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>49:27cleanBP63: Logan Massa, University of Michigan Freshman StandoutWed, 14 Dec 2016 01:06:40 +0000Episode 63 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features University of Michigan freshman Logan Massa.

The young Wolverine has taken the NCAA by storm this season, currently holding the No. 2 ranking at 165 pounds and an undefeated 15-0 record.

Massa downed NCAA finalist Isaac Jordan of Wisconsin in the finals of the Cliff Keen Las Vegas International to win his first major college tournament and solidify himself as a NCAA title contender.

As a redshirt freshman, Massa posted a 13-1 record for Michigan. He won the Eastern Michigan Open, Michigan State Open and finished in second place at the Southern Scuffle.

Massa has proven strong on the freestyle side as well. He qualified and competed at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials held last April and placed fourth at the 2016 U.S. Senior Nationals at 74 kg/163 lbs.

Topics of discussion include Massa's Cliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational performance, the high's and low's of his wrestling career thus far, combatting winning with the rise in expectation and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 63 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features University of Michigan freshman Logan Massa. The young Wolverine has taken the NCAA by storm this season, currently holding the No. 2 ranking at 165 pounds and an undefeated 15-0 record. Massa downed NCAA finalist Isaac Jordan of Wisconsin in the finals of the Cliff Keen Las Vegas International to win his first major college tournament and solidify himself as a NCAA title contender. As a redshirt freshman, Massa posted a 13-1 record for Michigan. He won the Eastern Michigan Open, Michigan State Open and finished in second place at the Southern Scuffle. Massa has proven strong on the freestyle side as well. He qualified and competed at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials held last April and placed fourth at the 2016 U.S. Senior Nationals at 74 kg/163 lbs. Topics of discussion include Massa's Cliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational performance, the high's and low's of his wrestling career thus far, combatting winning with the rise in expectation and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 63 guest Logan Massa on Twitter at @massa_logan and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>48:29cleanBP62: Cary Kolat, Campbell Head Coach & U.S. Wrestling Hall of FamerThu, 08 Dec 2016 00:16:00 +0000Episode 62 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features current Campbell head coach and hall of fame wrestler Cary Kolat.

Kolat finished his career among the most decorated wrestlers in U.S. history. Internationally, he won two World medals in men's freestyle and competed at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia.

In college, Kolat was a four-time NCAA All-American and two-time NCAA champion. He finished in second and third place at the NCAA Championships for Penn State during his first two years of college. Kolat then transferred to Lock Haven where he won his two NCAA titles.

Kolat was a four-time Pennsylvania state champion, boasting an undefeated record in high school.

In 2017, Kolat will be inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member.

Topics of discussion include Kolat's wrestling career, his journey to grow the Campbell University wrestling program, what drove him to his success, how he combatted failure and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 62 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features current Campbell head coach and hall of fame wrestler Cary Kolat. Kolat finished his career among the most decorated wrestlers in U.S. history. Internationally, he won two World medals in men's freestyle and competed at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia. In college, Kolat was a four-time NCAA All-American and two-time NCAA champion. He finished in second and third place at the NCAA Championships for Penn State during his first two years of college. Kolat then transferred to Lock Haven where he won his two NCAA titles. Kolat was a four-time Pennsylvania state champion, boasting an undefeated record in high school. In 2017, Kolat will be inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member. Topics of discussion include Kolat's wrestling career, his journey to grow the Campbell University wrestling program, what drove him to his success, how he combatted failure and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 62 guest Cary Kolat on Twitter at @kolat and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>58:33cleanBP61: Zain Retherford, NCAA champion for Penn StateWed, 30 Nov 2016 20:41:42 +0000Episode 61 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by KT Tape, features Zain Retherford, 2016 NCAA Champion for Penn State.

Retherford won his first NCAA title for the Nittany Lions last season at 149 pounds with a 34-0 overall record. Of his 34 wins, 15 were pins, eight came by technical fall and seven were major decisions.

In 2016, Retherford was a finalist for the Hodge Trophy, awarded annually to the best college wrestler, and was awarded the NCAA's most dominant wrestler award.

Retherford enters his junior campaign as a two-time NCAA All-American, two-time Big Ten finalist and Big Ten champion. He also finished in third place at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials and was a 2012 Cadet World champion in freestyle.

Topics of discussion include Retherford's wrestling journey, growing up on a farm in rural Pennsylvania, the outlook of Penn State this year and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 61 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by KT Tape, features Zain Retherford, 2016 NCAA Champion for Penn State. Retherford won his first NCAA title for the Nittany Lions last season at 149 pounds with a 34-0 overall record. Of his 34 wins, 15 were pins, eight came by technical fall and seven were major decisions. In 2016, Retherford was a finalist for the Hodge Trophy, awarded annually to the best college wrestler, and was awarded the NCAA's most dominant wrestler award. Retherford enters his junior campaign as a two-time NCAA All-American, two-time Big Ten finalist and Big Ten champion. He also finished in third place at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials and was a 2012 Cadet World champion in freestyle. Topics of discussion include Retherford's wrestling journey, growing up on a farm in rural Pennsylvania, the outlook of Penn State this year and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 61 guest Zain Retherford on Twitter at @zaintrain_psu and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>52:34cleanBP60: Spending Thanksgiving with Nick SimmonsWed, 23 Nov 2016 22:45:58 +0000Episode 60 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features four-time NCAA All-American, U.S. World Team member and Indiana associate head coach Nick Simmons.

Dubbed the East Lansing Strangler for his punishing wrestling style, Simmons was a staple on the U.S. men's freestyle scene from 2004 until he announced his retirement in 2015.

Simmons finished in fifth place at the 2011 Senior World Championships held in Istanbul, Turkey. He was a runner-up at the 2012 U.S. Olympic Team Trials.

Wrestling collegiately for Michigan State, Simmons earned four NCAA All-American honors with finishes of third, fourth, fourth and seventh at the NCAA Championships. He was a three-time Big Ten Champion for the Spartans, racking up 138 collegiate wins with 46 coming by fall.

Simmons was one of the top high school wrestlers in U.S. history with 211 overall wins, only three of which not coming by pin or technical fall. He was a four-time Michigan state champion and three time Junior National champion.

Topics of discussion include the Simmons family Thanksgiving tradition, the outlook of this year's Indiana squad and examining his wrestling career.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 60 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features four-time NCAA All-American, U.S. World Team member and Indiana associate head coach Nick Simmons. Dubbed the East Lansing Strangler for his punishing wrestling style, Simmons was a staple on the U.S. men's freestyle scene from 2004 until he announced his retirement in 2015. Simmons finished in fifth place at the 2011 Senior World Championships held in Istanbul, Turkey. He was a runner-up at the 2012 U.S. Olympic Team Trials. Wrestling collegiately for Michigan State, Simmons earned four NCAA All-American honors with finishes of third, fourth, fourth and seventh at the NCAA Championships. He was a three-time Big Ten Champion for the Spartans, racking up 138 collegiate wins with 46 coming by fall. Simmons was one of the top high school wrestlers in U.S. history with 211 overall wins, only three of which not coming by pin or technical fall. He was a four-time Michigan state champion and three time Junior National champion. Topics of discussion include the Simmons family Thanksgiving tradition, the outlook of this year's Indiana squad and examining his wrestling career. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 60 guest Nick Simmons on Twitter at @Elstrangler and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>40:34cleanBP59: Coyte Cooper, "Make Your Mark" and the marketing of wrestlingWed, 16 Nov 2016 20:46:25 +0000Episode 59 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features author, motivational speaker and teacher Coyte Cooper.

Cooper recently published his second book entitled Make Your Mark that examines the intricacies of living a remarkable life.

He graduated with a PH.D. in sports marketing and management from Indiana University and recently finished a stint at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill as a marketing professor.

On the wrestling mat, Cooper was a NCAA All-American at Indiana, a three-three time Washington high school state champion and three-time age-group World Team member.

Topics of discussion include Cooper's Make Your Mark book, the marking side of wrestling and what he learned from his days on the mat.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 59 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features author, motivational speaker and teacher Coyte Cooper. Cooper recently published his second book entitled Make Your Mark that examines the intricacies of living a remarkable life. He graduated with a PH.D. in sports marketing and management from Indiana University and recently finished a stint at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill as a marketing professor. On the wrestling mat, Cooper was a NCAA All-American at Indiana, a three-three time Washington high school state champion and three-time age-group World Team member. Topics of discussion include Cooper's Make Your Mark book, the marking side of wrestling and what he learned from his days on the mat. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 59 guest Coyte Cooper on Twitter at @coytecooper and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:09:11cleanBP58: From Olympians to upset specials, Immel and JB breakdown the upcoming NCAA Div. I seasonWed, 02 Nov 2016 22:31:55 +0000In Episode 58 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast Richard Immel and Jason Bryant take an in-depth look at the upcoming NCAA Division I wrestling season.

Topics of discussion range from returning NCAA champions looking to repeat, potential newcomers who could shake the college landscape, how the team race will play out and, of course, predictions on who will win the NCAA Championships.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>In Episode 58 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast Richard Immel and Jason Bryant take an in-depth look at the upcoming NCAA Division I wrestling season. Topics of discussion range from returning NCAA champions looking to repeat, potential newcomers who could shake the college landscape, how the team race will play out and, of course, predictions on who will win the NCAA Championships. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 58 guest Jason Bryant on Twitter at @jasonmbryant and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:32:03cleanBP57: Rich Bender, USA Wrestling Executive DirectorFri, 28 Oct 2016 22:11:21 +0000Episode 57 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features USA Wrestling Executive Director Rich Bender.

Bender has been an employee of USA Wrestling for 29 years and has served as the organization’s chief executive officer for 14 years, leading USA Wrestling through a period of growth and expanded service.

Topics of discussion include the current state of USA Wrestling, the 2016 Olympic Games, growth of wrestling from the youth levels all the way to the Senior-level and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 57 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features USA Wrestling Executive Director Rich Bender. Bender has been an employee of USA Wrestling for 29 years and has served as the organization’s chief executive officer for 14 years, leading USA Wrestling through a period of growth and expanded service. Topics of discussion include the current state of USA Wrestling, the 2016 Olympic Games, growth of wrestling from the youth levels all the way to the Senior-level and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 57 guest Rich Bender on Twitter at @rsbender and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:29:57cleanBP56: Jordan Burroughs opens up about the toughest day of his wrestling careerWed, 19 Oct 2016 05:55:59 +0000Episode 56 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Olympic champion and three-time World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Jordan Burroughs.

Already cemented as one of the greatest wrestlers in U.S. history entering the 2016 season, Burroughs found himself with a rare opportunity to compete at the Olympic Games for the second time after winning the U.S. Olympic Team Trials last April.

Burroughs was one of the premier faces for Team USA at the 2016 Olympic Games held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil as he attempted to grasp his second Olympic gold medal.

On August 19, 2016 Burroughs competed in the Olympics as a heavy favorite in the men's freestyle 74 kg division. A day he invisioned as his grand statement to the world turned out to be his most difficult day on the wrestling mat.

Burroughs was defeated in the Olympic quarterfinals by eventual silver medalist Aniuar Geduev of Russia, 3-2. He later fell in the repechage round to Bekzod Abdurakhmonov of Uzbekistan, 10-0 and left Rio without a medal.

Despite his Olympic setback, Burroughs has ammased four total World medals, three gold and one bronze, on top of an Olympic gold from 2012. He owns an astounding Senior-level record of 130 wins to only four losses since his debut in 2011.

How does Burroughs view his most recent Olympic outing? What did he do to cope with a rare defeat on the biggest stage in wrestling? Will we see him back on a wrestling mat in the coming year? Burroughs answers all these questions and more on this episode of Bonus Points.

Subscribe to Bonus PointsiTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Episode 56 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features Olympic champion and three-time World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Jordan Burroughs. Already cemented as one of the greatest wrestlers in U.S. history entering the 2016 season, Burroughs found himself with a rare opportunity to compete at the Olympic Games for the second time after winning the U.S. Olympic Team Trials last April. Burroughs was one of the premier faces for Team USA at the 2016 Olympic Games held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil as he attempted to grasp his second Olympic gold medal. On August 19, 2016 Burroughs competed in the Olympics as a heavy favorite in the men's freestyle 74 kg division. A day he invisioned as his grand statement to the world turned out to be his most difficult day on the wrestling mat. Burroughs was defeated in the Olympic quarterfinals by eventual silver medalist Aniuar Geduev of Russia, 3-2. He later fell in the repechage round to Bekzod Abdurakhmonov of Uzbekistan, 10-0 and left Rio without a medal. Despite his Olympic setback, Burroughs has ammased four total World medals, three gold and one bronze, on top of an Olympic gold from 2012. He owns an astounding Senior-level record of 130 wins to only four losses since his debut in 2011. How does Burroughs view his most recent Olympic outing? What did he do to cope with a rare defeat on the biggest stage in wrestling? Will we see him back on a wrestling mat in the coming year? Burroughs answers all these questions and more on this episode of Bonus Points. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 56 guest Jordan Burroughs on Twitter at @alliseeisgold and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | Google Play | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:14:47cleanBP55: Gable Steveson, Two-Time Cadet World Champion in Men's FreestyleMon, 10 Oct 2016 21:32:29 +0000Episode 55 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features two-time Cadet World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Gable Steveson.

Steveson won men’s freestyle gold for the U.S. at the 2016 Cadet World Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia at 100 kg/220 lbs. He picked up four wins on his run to gold, including a 5-1 decision over Adam Beterbiev of Russia in the gold-medal match.

With the win in Tbilisi, Steveson became just the second U.S. wrestler to win the Cadet World Championships twice. The other occured on the very same day with Yianni Diakomihalis also going back-to-back.

In addition to his two Cadet World wins, Steveson has ammased two Minnesota high school state titles for Apple Valley HS entering his Junior year. He also boasts gold medal finishes at the USAW Cadet Freestyle Nationals and USAW Folkstyle Nationals.

Topics of discussion include his dominant Cadet Worlds performance, the pressures of repeating, how to become a successful wrestler and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 55 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features two-time Cadet World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Gable Steveson. Steveson won men’s freestyle gold for the U.S. at the 2016 Cadet World Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia at 100 kg/220 lbs. He picked up four wins on his run to gold, including a 5-1 decision over Adam Beterbiev of Russia in the gold-medal match. With the win in Tbilisi, Steveson became just the second U.S. wrestler to win the Cadet World Championships twice. The other occured on the very same day with Yianni Diakomihalis also going back-to-back. In addition to his two Cadet World wins, Steveson has ammased two Minnesota high school state titles for Apple Valley HS entering his Junior year. He also boasts gold medal finishes at the USAW Cadet Freestyle Nationals and USAW Folkstyle Nationals. Topics of discussion include his dominant Cadet Worlds performance, the pressures of repeating, how to become a successful wrestler and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 55 guest Gable Steveson on Twitter at @GSteveson and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>47:04cleanBP54: Kurt McHenry, 2016 Cadet World champion in men's freestyleWed, 28 Sep 2016 17:35:27 +0000Episode 54 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2016 Cadet World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Kurt McHenry.

McHenry won men’s freestyle gold for the U.S. at the 2016 Cadet World Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia with an electrifying performance at 42 kg/92.5 lbs.

The Virginia native won four matches over the top Cadet wrestlers in the World to win his first World title. Two of McHenry’s four wins came by technical fall. He posted a last second victory over Mahir Mammadzada of Azerbaijan in the championship match.

McHenry will be a high school sophomore this year at St. Paul's in Maryland. He was a state champion as a freshman at 106 pounds.

Topics of discussion include his Cadet Worlds performance, wrestling as a lightweight, creating a successful wrestling style and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 54 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2016 Cadet World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Kurt McHenry. McHenry won men’s freestyle gold for the U.S. at the 2016 Cadet World Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia with an electrifying performance at 42 kg/92.5 lbs. The Virginia native won four matches over the top Cadet wrestlers in the World to win his first World title. Two of McHenry’s four wins came by technical fall. He posted a last second victory over Mahir Mammadzada of Azerbaijan in the championship match. McHenry will be a high school sophomore this year at St. Paul's in Maryland. He was a state champion as a freshman at 106 pounds. Topics of discussion include his Cadet Worlds performance, wrestling as a lightweight, creating a successful wrestling style and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 54 guest Kurt McHenry on Twitter at @Kurt_McNasty and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>52:30cleanBP53: Mark Hall, 2016 Junior World champion in men's freestyleThu, 22 Sep 2016 19:00:42 +0000Episode 53 of the USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast features 2016 Junior World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Mark Hall.

The 19-year-old Hall won men’s freestyle gold for the U.S. at the 2016 Junior World Championships in Macon, France with a remarkable performance at 74 kg/163 lbs.

Hall won five matches over the top Junior wrestlers in the World to win his first Junior crown. Two of Hall’s five wins came by technical fall with one other coming by pin.

Hall adds Junior World champion to a resume that already included 2014 Cadet World champion, three-time age-group U.S. World Team member, three-time USAW Cadet Nationals champion and six-time high school state champion.

Hall is attending college wrestling powerhouse Penn State where he will compete as a freshman this fall.

Topics of discussion include his Junior Worlds journey, college recruitment, navigating early success and much more.

The 19-year-old Hall won men’s freestyle gold for the U.S. at the 2016 Junior World Championships in Macon, France with a remarkable performance at 74 kg/163 lbs.

Hall won five matches over the top Junior wrestlers in the World to win his first Junior crown. Two of Hall’s five wins came by technical fall with one other coming by pin.

Hall adds Junior World champion to a resume that already included 2014 Cadet World champion, three-time age-group U.S. World Team member, three-time USAW Cadet Nationals champion and six-time high school state champion.

Hall is attending college wrestling powerhouse Penn State where he will compete as a freshman this fall.

Topics of discussion include his Junior Worlds journey, college recruitment, navigating early success and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 52 of Bonus Points features 2016 Olympic champion in men's freestyle wrestling Kyle Snyder. The 20-year-old Snyder won four matches at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to become the youngest American wrestler to win Olympic gold. Competing at 97 kg, Snyder defeated Javier Cortina of Cuba, Albert Saritov of Romania, Elizbar Odikadze of Georgia and Khetag Goziumov of Azerbaijan on his road to gold in Rio. Last Sept. Snyder became the youngest World champion in U.S. wrestling history, and followed that up by winning his first NCAA championship for Ohio State in March. Topics of discussion include the road to Olympic gold, a wild up-and-down season, mixing college and international wrestling and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 52 guest Kyle Snyder on Twitter at @Snyder_man45 and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:07:38cleanBP51: 2016 Olympic Games Preview ShowMon, 08 Aug 2016 23:35:44 +0000Join host Richard Immel and special guest Jason Bryant for Episode 51 of Bonus Points as they preview the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Wrestling in Rio will begin with Greco-Roman on Aug. 14-16, followed by women's freestyle on Aug. 17-18 and conclude with men's freestyle on Aug. 19-21.

The Bonus Points Olympic preview show hits on the major storylines heading into the Olympic Games, weight-by-weight previews, medal predictions, the Team USA outlook and more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Join host Richard Immel and special guest Jason Bryant for Episode 51 of Bonus Points as they preview the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Wrestling in Rio will begin with Greco-Roman on Aug. 14-16, followed by women's freestyle on Aug. 17-18 and conclude with men's freestyle on Aug. 19-21. The Bonus Points Olympic preview show hits on the major storylines heading into the Olympic Games, weight-by-weight previews, medal predictions, the Team USA outlook and more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 51 guest Jason Bryant on Twitter at @jasonmbryant and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>02:04:33cleanBP50: Travis Wittlake Jr., 2016 U.S. Cadet World Team member & Triple Crown winnerWed, 03 Aug 2016 01:01:34 +0000Episode 50 of Bonus Points features 2016 U.S. Cadet World Team member in men's freestyle and USA Wrestling Triple Crown winner Travis Wittlake Jr.

Wittlake won the UWW Cadet Nationals in Akron, Ohio this June to secure his place on the Cadet World Team that will compete at the Cadet World Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia in September.

Wrestling out of Oregon, Wittlake won the folkstyle, freestyle and Greco-Roman national titles at the Cadet level this year to earn his fifth Triple Crown award. He won the Cadet folkstyle and Greco-Roman nationals last year, as well as finishing in third place in Cadet freestyle.

Entering his Junior year at Marshfield High School this fall, Wittlake has won two Oregon high school state championships.

Topics of discussion include wrestling at the Cadet Nationals in Fargo, N.D., winning the Triple Crown, competing for a Cadet World title this fall, college prospects and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 50 of Bonus Points features 2016 U.S. Cadet World Team member in men's freestyle and USA Wrestling Triple Crown winner Travis Wittlake Jr. Wittlake won the UWW Cadet Nationals in Akron, Ohio this June to secure his place on the Cadet World Team that will compete at the Cadet World Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia in September. Wrestling out of Oregon, Wittlake won the folkstyle, freestyle and Greco-Roman national titles at the Cadet level this year to earn his fifth Triple Crown award. He won the Cadet folkstyle and Greco-Roman nationals last year, as well as finishing in third place in Cadet freestyle. Entering his Junior year at Marshfield High School this fall, Wittlake has won two Oregon high school state championships. Topics of discussion include wrestling at the Cadet Nationals in Fargo, N.D., winning the Triple Crown, competing for a Cadet World title this fall, college prospects and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 50 guest Travis Wittlake Jr. on Twitter at @WittlakeJr and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:01:28cleanBP49: Ben Askren, 2008 Olympian & two-time NCAA championWed, 27 Jul 2016 17:42:41 +0000Episode 49 of Bonus Points features Ben Askren, 2008 Olympian in men's freestye wrestling and two-time NCAA champion.

Askren competed at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China for Team USA. He was a two-time NCAA champion and four-time NCAA finalist for the University of Missouri.

After competing at the Olympics, Askren made the transition to mma full-time. He was a multiple time Bellator welterweight champion and is currently the ONE FC welterweight champion. Askren also heads the Wisconsin based Askren Wrestling Academy alsongside his brother Max.

Askren hosts the T-Row and Funky Show, a weekly wrestling podcast, with fellow U.S. wrestling great Tommy Rowlands.

Topics of discussion include the the magnitude of the Cadet and Junior Nationals in Fargo, N.D., the Olympic Games, wrestling in mma and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 49 of Bonus Points features Ben Askren, 2008 Olympian in men's freestye wrestling and two-time NCAA champion. Askren competed at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China for Team USA. He was a two-time NCAA champion and four-time NCAA finalist for the University of Missouri. After competing at the Olympics, Askren made the transition to mma full-time. He was a multiple time Bellator welterweight champion and is currently the ONE FC welterweight champion. Askren also heads the Wisconsin based Askren Wrestling Academy alsongside his brother Max. Askren hosts the T-Row and Funky Show, a weekly wrestling podcast, with fellow U.S. wrestling great Tommy Rowlands. Topics of discussion include the the magnitude of the Cadet and Junior Nationals in Fargo, N.D., the Olympic Games, wrestling in mma and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 49 guest Ben Askren on Twitter at @Benaskren and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>51:23clean Askren competed at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China for Team USA. He was a two-time]]>BP48: Frank Trigg, UFC Hall of Famer, Actor and WrestlerWed, 13 Jul 2016 00:33:49 +0000Episode 48 of Bonus Points features former wrestler and UFC Hall of Famer Frank Trigg.

Trigg is a wrestling and mixed martial arts veteteran on top of several other career endeavors that include acting, stunt work and color commentary. He currently covers mma in several journalistic capacities and is now working in Hawaii as a stunt man for television drama Hawaii Five-O.

Trigg grew up wrestling with mild success in Upstate New York. He posted college stints at Oklahoma State and Phoenix College before finishing his career as a NCAA qualifier for Oklahoma. He was highly competitive on the Senior level through 2000 before transitioning to mma full-time.

On the mma scene, Trigg held championship titles for several different promotions. He fought in the famed Pride Fighting Championships and the UFC where he fought for the Welterweight crown twice against all-time great Matt Hughes. Other top-named opponents he battled in the cage were Georges St. Pierre, Carlos Condit, Robbie Lawler, Josh Koshcheck and Matt Serra.

Topics of discussion include the fallout of UFC 200, the future of wrestling in mma, his wrestling and mma journey and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 48 of Bonus Points features former wrestler and UFC Hall of Famer Frank Trigg. Trigg is a wrestling and mixed martial arts veteteran on top of several other career endeavors that include acting, stunt work and color commentary. He currently covers mma in several journalistic capacities and is now working in Hawaii as a stunt man for television drama Hawaii Five-O. Trigg grew up wrestling with mild success in Upstate New York. He posted college stints at Oklahoma State and Phoenix College before finishing his career as a NCAA qualifier for Oklahoma. He was highly competitive on the Senior level through 2000 before transitioning to mma full-time. On the mma scene, Trigg held championship titles for several different promotions. He fought in the famed Pride Fighting Championships and the UFC where he fought for the Welterweight crown twice against all-time great Matt Hughes. Other top-named opponents he battled in the cage were Georges St. Pierre, Carlos Condit, Robbie Lawler, Josh Koshcheck and Matt Serra. Topics of discussion include the fallout of UFC 200, the future of wrestling in mma, his wrestling and mma journey and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 48 guest Frank Trigg on Twitter at @FRANKTRIGG and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:36:54noBP47: Adam Hall, 2016 University World Team member in men's freestyleFri, 01 Jul 2016 01:47:55 +0000Episode 47 of Bonus Points features 2016 U.S. University World Team member in men's freestyle Adam Hall.

Hall secured a spot on the University World Team by winning the University Nationals held in Akron, Ohio, June 4-5. He will compete at the University World Championships this Oct. in Corum, Turkey.

Since graduating from Boise State where he was a two-time NCAA All-American and four-time NCAA Tournament qualifier, Hall has posted coaching stints at Columbia and North Carolina State. He is currently an assistant coach for NC State and trains with the Wolfpack Wrestling Club.

Topics of discussion include the University World Championships, Olympic Trials, coaching philosophy, growing up in Idaho and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 47 of Bonus Points features 2016 U.S. University World Team member in men's freestyle Adam Hall. Hall secured a spot on the University World Team by winning the University Nationals held in Akron, Ohio, June 4-5. He will compete at the University World Championships this Oct. in Corum, Turkey. Since graduating from Boise State where he was a two-time NCAA All-American and four-time NCAA Tournament qualifier, Hall has posted coaching stints at Columbia and North Carolina State. He is currently an assistant coach for NC State and trains with the Wolfpack Wrestling Club. Topics of discussion include the University World Championships, Olympic Trials, coaching philosophy, growing up in Idaho and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 47 guest Adam Hall on Twitter at @coachhallstar and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:11:26cleanBP46: Bill Zadick, U.S. men's freestyle head coach and 2006 World championFri, 24 Jun 2016 16:41:11 +0000Episode 46 of Bonus Points features the recently named head coach of the U.S. men's freestyle wrestling team Bill Zadick.

Zadick will begin his duties as the head man at USA Wrestling after the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He has served as an assistant coach for the U.S. men's freestyle team in various roles since 2009.

Competitively Zadick won the 2006 World Championships and was a two-time U.S. World Team member. He was a NCAA champion for the University of Iowa in 1996.

Topics of discussion include his coaching transition and philosophy, his wrestling career, the future of U.S. men's freestyle wrestling and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 46 of Bonus Points features the recently named head coach of the U.S. men's freestyle wrestling team Bill Zadick. Zadick will begin his duties as the head man at USA Wrestling after the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He has served as an assistant coach for the U.S. men's freestyle team in various roles since 2009. Competitively Zadick won the 2006 World Championships and was a two-time U.S. World Team member. He was a NCAA champion for the University of Iowa in 1996. Topics of discussion include his coaching transition and philosophy, his wrestling career, the future of U.S. men's freestyle wrestling and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 46 guest Bill Zadick on Twitter at @BillZadick and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:58:03cleanBP45: Yianni Diakomihalis, 2015 Cadet World champion in men's freestyleFri, 17 Jun 2016 22:46:23 +0000Episode 45 of Bonus Points features 2015 Cadet World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Yianni Diakomihalis.

Diakomihalis will defend his Cadet World title from last year at the upcoming UWW Cadet World Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia, Sept. 13-18.

Most recently, Diakomihalis scorched the 63 kg/138 lbs. men’s freestyle field at the 2016 UWW Cadet Nationals held in Akron, Ohio, June 4-5, to secure a berth on his second consecutive U.S. Cadet World Team.

Wrestling for Hilton High School, Diakomihalis has won four New York high school state championships with a chance to make it five as a senior next season. He is committed to wrestle collegiately in his home state at Cornell University for head coach Rob Koll.

Topics of discussion include his journey to a Cadet World title, developing as a young, successful wrestler, what the future holds and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 45 of Bonus Points features 2015 Cadet World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Yianni Diakomihalis. Diakomihalis will defend his Cadet World title from last year at the upcoming UWW Cadet World Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia, Sept. 13-18. Most recently, Diakomihalis scorched the 63 kg/138 lbs. men’s freestyle field at the 2016 UWW Cadet Nationals held in Akron, Ohio, June 4-5, to secure a berth on his second consecutive U.S. Cadet World Team. Wrestling for Hilton High School, Diakomihalis has won four New York high school state championships with a chance to make it five as a senior next season. He is committed to wrestle collegiately in his home state at Cornell University for head coach Rob Koll. Topics of discussion include his journey to a Cadet World title, developing as a young, successful wrestler, what the future holds and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 45 guest Yianni Diakomihalis on Twitter at @yiannidiako_LGR and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:03:49cleanBP44: Jesse Thielke, 2016 U.S. Olympian in Greco-RomanWed, 08 Jun 2016 23:04:44 +0000Episode 44 of Bonus Points features Jesse Thielke, 2016 U.S. Olympic Team member at 59 kg/130 lbs. in Greco-Roman wrestling

Thielke won the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials held in Iowa City, Iowa on April 9 with wins over Jermaine Hodge, Spenser Mango and Ildar Hafizov. The 59 kg weight class was not qualified for the U.S. to compete at the Olympic Games at the time of Thielke's victory in Iowa City.

In order to solidify his position at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Thielke earned a silver medal at the 2nd World Olympic Games Qualifier in Istanbul, Turkey.

Prior to his Olympic run, Thielke was a member of the 2013 U.S. World Team that competed at the 2013 World Championships in Budapest, Hungary where finished in eighth place. He also won a Junior World bronze medal in 2012.

Topics of discussion include Thielke's journey to an Olympic berth, his plan of attack for the Olympic Games, how to be successful in Greco-Roman wrestling and more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 44 of Bonus Points features Jesse Thielke, 2016 U.S. Olympic Team member at 59 kg/130 lbs. in Greco-Roman wrestling Thielke won the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials held in Iowa City, Iowa on April 9 with wins over Jermaine Hodge, Spenser Mango and Ildar Hafizov. The 59 kg weight class was not qualified for the U.S. to compete at the Olympic Games at the time of Thielke's victory in Iowa City. In order to solidify his position at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Thielke earned a silver medal at the 2nd World Olympic Games Qualifier in Istanbul, Turkey. Prior to his Olympic run, Thielke was a member of the 2013 U.S. World Team that competed at the 2013 World Championships in Budapest, Hungary where finished in eighth place. He also won a Junior World bronze medal in 2012. Topics of discussion include Thielke's journey to an Olympic berth, his plan of attack for the Olympic Games, how to be successful in Greco-Roman wrestling and more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 44 guest Jesse Thielke on Twitter at @thielke_smooth and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>36:35noBP43: Troy Steiner, Fresno State Head CoachTue, 31 May 2016 21:39:24 +0000Episode 43 of Bonus Points features Fresno State head coach Troy Steiner.

10 years after dropping its wrestling program, Fresno State made the decision to reinstate wrestling and selected the experienced Steiner to head the program. Fresno State will return to NCAA Div. I competition for the 2017-18 season.

Steiner has seen coaching stints at Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa before spending the past 10 years at Oregon State.

Wrestling in college for Iowa, Steiner was a four-time NCAA All-American and 1992 NCAA champion. He posted an overall record of 148-13 for the Hawkeyes.

Topics of discussion include the decision to accept the Fresno State head coaching position, the future of Fresno State wrestling, his personal wrestling journey and more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 43 of Bonus Points features Fresno State head coach Troy Steiner. 10 years after dropping its wrestling program, Fresno State made the decision to reinstate wrestling and selected the experienced Steiner to head the program. Fresno State will return to NCAA Div. I competition for the 2017-18 season. Steiner has seen coaching stints at Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa before spending the past 10 years at Oregon State. Wrestling in college for Iowa, Steiner was a four-time NCAA All-American and 1992 NCAA champion. He posted an overall record of 148-13 for the Hawkeyes. Topics of discussion include the decision to accept the Fresno State head coaching position, the future of Fresno State wrestling, his personal wrestling journey and more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 43 guest Troy Steiner on Twitter at @TroySteiner and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>41:53cleanBP42: Mark Bader, Flowrestling Premium ProducerWed, 18 May 2016 19:35:09 +0000Episode 42 of Bonus Points features FloWrestling Premium Producer Mark Bader.

FloWrestling recently celebrated the company's 10-year anniversary with Bader being an integral part in the growth and success of the organization.

Bader joined the FloSports team eight years ago per the request of Co-Founder and CEO Martin Floreani to run Purefight, a subdivision of FloSports. Shortly thereafter, Bader transitioned to manning FloWrestling in conjuction with Floreani, Joe Williamson and others.

If you follow wrestling you have most assuredly heard Bader on one of the many live streams FloWrestling has produced over the past 10 years. Bader has traveled the world to cover wrestling including key coverages at multiple Olympic Games, World Championships, NCAA Championships, Russian Nationals and more.

A native of St. Louis, Mo., Bader wrestled collegiately at the University of Missouri from 1998-2003.

Topics of discussion include the evolution of FloWrestling, his personal journey in an emerging company, the opportunities wrestling has provided, the future of wrestling and much more.

Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 42 guest Mark Bader on Twitter at @MarkSBader and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel.]]>Episode 42 of Bonus Points features FloWrestling Premium Producer Mark Bader. FloWrestling recently celebrated the company's 10-year anniversary with Bader being an integral part in the growth and success of the organization. Bader joined the FloSports team eight years ago per the request of Co-Founder and CEO Martin Floreani to run Purefight, a subdivision of FloSports. Shortly thereafter, Bader transitioned to manning FloWrestling in conjuction with Floreani, Joe Williamson and others. If you follow wrestling you have most assuredly heard Bader on one of the many live streams FloWrestling has produced over the past 10 years. Bader has traveled the world to cover wrestling including key coverages at multiple Olympic Games, World Championships, NCAA Championships, Russian Nationals and more. A native of St. Louis, Mo., Bader wrestled collegiately at the University of Missouri from 1998-2003. Topics of discussion include the evolution of FloWrestling, his personal journey in an emerging company, the opportunities wrestling has provided, the future of wrestling and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 42 guest Mark Bader on Twitter at @MarkSBader and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel.]]>01:01:55cleanBP41: Tervel Dlagnev, two-time U.S. Olympian in men's freestyleTue, 10 May 2016 23:10:24 +0000Episode 41 of Bonus Points features two-time U.S. Olympian and two-time World bronze medalist Tervel Dlagnev.

Dlagnev won the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials held in Iowa City, Iowa on April 9 at 125 kg/275 lbs. in men's freestyle wrestling. He secured his Olympic berth with wins over top-flight U.S. heavyweights Connor Medbery, Dom Bradley and Zach Rey. In the best-of-three championship seried Dlagnev topped Rey two matches to zero.

After moving to the U.S. from Bulgaria at age four, Dlagnev has paved a remarkable road on the wrestling mat. He has competed at four senior-level World Championships on top of the 2012 Olympic Games in London, England. Moreover, he wrestled for a medal in all five of his World and Olympic competitions, earning bronze in 2009 and 2014.

Last year, Dlagnev won the U.S. World Team Trials but was forced to remove himself from the World Championships due to injury. He still battles the very same injury to this day.

At the University level, Dlagnev was a four-time NCAA Division II All-American and two-time NCAA champion at Nebraska-Kearney. He helped lead the program to its first NCAA team championship in 2008. The same year he won a gold medal at the World University Championships in freestyle.

Topics of discussion include battling through adversity to capture his second Olympic berth, moving to the U.S. from Bulgaria as a child, how he rapidly developed his wrestling skillset, preparation for the Olympic Games and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 41 of Bonus Points features two-time U.S. Olympian and two-time World bronze medalist Tervel Dlagnev. Dlagnev won the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials held in Iowa City, Iowa on April 9 at 125 kg/275 lbs. in men's freestyle wrestling. He secured his Olympic berth with wins over top-flight U.S. heavyweights Connor Medbery, Dom Bradley and Zach Rey. In the best-of-three championship seried Dlagnev topped Rey two matches to zero. After moving to the U.S. from Bulgaria at age four, Dlagnev has paved a remarkable road on the wrestling mat. He has competed at four senior-level World Championships on top of the 2012 Olympic Games in London, England. Moreover, he wrestled for a medal in all five of his World and Olympic competitions, earning bronze in 2009 and 2014. Last year, Dlagnev won the U.S. World Team Trials but was forced to remove himself from the World Championships due to injury. He still battles the very same injury to this day. At the University level, Dlagnev was a four-time NCAA Division II All-American and two-time NCAA champion at Nebraska-Kearney. He helped lead the program to its first NCAA team championship in 2008. The same year he won a gold medal at the World University Championships in freestyle. Topics of discussion include battling through adversity to capture his second Olympic berth, moving to the U.S. from Bulgaria as a child, how he rapidly developed his wrestling skillset, preparation for the Olympic Games and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 41 guest Tervel Dlagnev on Twitter at @TervelDlagnev and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:12:56cleanBP40: Haley Augello, 2016 U.S. Olympian in women's freestyleWed, 04 May 2016 02:03:44 +0000Episode 40 of Bonus Points features Haley Augello, 2016 U.S.
Olympic Team member at 48 kg/105.5 lbs. in women's freestyle
wrestling

Augello won the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials held in Iowa City,
Iowa on April 10 with wins over Candace Workman, Erin Golston,
Alyssa Lampe and Victoria Anthony. The 48 kg weight class was not
qualified for the U.S. to compete at the Olympic Games at the time
of Augello's victory in Iowa City.

In order to qualify for the Olympic Games Augello needed to place
in the top two at the 1st World Olympic Games Qualifier held in
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia on April 23. She posted a 3-1 record in
Mongolia to finish in second place and accomplish her qualifying
goal.

Augello is currently a two-time WCWA national champion for King
University with two years of eligibilty remaining. She was a 2011
Cadet World champion and a two-time Junior World Team member.

Topics of discussion include electing to compete at 48 kg, the
journey to an Olympic berth, her life journey on and off the
wrestling mat and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by
subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 40 of Bonus Points features Haley Augello, 2016 U.S.
Olympic Team member at 48 kg/105.5 lbs. in women's freestyle
wrestling
Augello won the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials held in Iowa City,
Iowa on April 10 with wins over Candace Workman, Erin Golston,
Alyssa Lampe and Victoria Anthony. The 48 kg weight class was not
qualified for the U.S. to compete at the Olympic Games at the time
of Augello's victory in Iowa City.
In order to qualify for the Olympic Games Augello needed to place
in the top two at the 1st World Olympic Games Qualifier held in
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia on April 23. She posted a 3-1 record in
Mongolia to finish in second place and accomplish her qualifying
goal.
Augello is currently a two-time WCWA national champion for King
University with two years of eligibilty remaining. She was a 2011
Cadet World champion and a two-time Junior World Team member.
Topics of discussion include electing to compete at 48 kg, the
journey to an Olympic berth, her life journey on and off the
wrestling mat and much more.
Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 40 guest Haley Augello on
Twitter at @hayaugello and follow show host Richard Immel
at @Richard_Immel.
Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by
subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:02:55cleanBP39: Ben Provisor, two-time U.S. Olympian in Greco-RomanWed, 27 Apr 2016 19:09:25 +0000Episode 39 of Bonus Points features two-time U.S. Olympic Team
member in Greco-Roman wrestling Ben Provisor.

Provisor won the 85 kg division at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team
Trials held in Iowa City, Iowa on April 9 to make his
second-straight Olympic Team.

To claim top prize at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials, Provisor won
bouts over Patrick Martinez, Jordan Holm and Jake Clark, all of
whom were past U.S. World Team members.

Since wrestling in the 2012 Olympic Games held in London, England,
Provisor has battled a steady stream of injuries, became a father
and continued to strive for his goal of returning to Olympic
competition.

Topics of discussion include his Olympic Trials run, what he
expects in his repeat Olympic bid, his life journey on and off the
wrestling mat and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by
subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 39 of Bonus Points features two-time U.S. Olympic Team
member in Greco-Roman wrestling Ben Provisor.
Provisor won the 85 kg division at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team
Trials held in Iowa City, Iowa on April 9 to make his
second-straight Olympic Team.
To claim top prize at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials, Provisor won
bouts over Patrick Martinez, Jordan Holm and Jake Clark, all of
whom were past U.S. World Team members.
Since wrestling in the 2012 Olympic Games held in London, England,
Provisor has battled a steady stream of injuries, became a father
and continued to strive for his goal of returning to Olympic
competition.
Topics of discussion include his Olympic Trials run, what he
expects in his repeat Olympic bid, his life journey on and off the
wrestling mat and much more.
Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 39 guest Ben Provisor on
Twitter at @b_provisor74 and follow show host Richard Immel
at @Richard_Immel.
Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by
subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>54:20cleanBP38: Daniel Dennis, 2016 U.S. Olympian in men's freestyle wrestlingWed, 20 Apr 2016 21:24:25 +0000Episode 38 of Bonus Points features Daniel Dennis, 2016 U.S. Olympic Team member in men's freestyle wrestling at 57 kg/125.5 lbs.

Dennis captured gold at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Iowa City, Iowa on April 10. In the best-of-three championships series Dennis defeated two-time U.S. World Team member and former college teammate Tony Ramos in two matches by scores of 2-1 and 10-0.

After taking multiple years away from the sport, Dennis returned in 2015 and made an immediate impact. In 2015 he placed fourth at the U.S. Open, second at the U.S. World Team Trials and first at the Grand Prix of Spain while competing at 61 kg.

Since dropping down to 57 kg for the Olympic year, Dennis placed third at the Bill Farrell International and won the U.S. Open prior to his title run at the Olympic Trials.

Dennis was a two-time NCAA All-American for the University of Iowa. He finished as the NCAA runner-up in 2010 at 133 pounds.

Topics of discussion include qualifying for the 2016 Olympic Games, his Olympic Trials run, his life journey on and off the wrestling mat, preparing for Rio and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 38 of Bonus Points features Daniel Dennis, 2016 U.S. Olympic Team member in men's freestyle wrestling at 57 kg/125.5 lbs. Dennis captured gold at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Iowa City, Iowa on April 10. In the best-of-three championships series Dennis defeated two-time U.S. World Team member and former college teammate Tony Ramos in two matches by scores of 2-1 and 10-0. After taking multiple years away from the sport, Dennis returned in 2015 and made an immediate impact. In 2015 he placed fourth at the U.S. Open, second at the U.S. World Team Trials and first at the Grand Prix of Spain while competing at 61 kg. Since dropping down to 57 kg for the Olympic year, Dennis placed third at the Bill Farrell International and won the U.S. Open prior to his title run at the Olympic Trials. Dennis was a two-time NCAA All-American for the University of Iowa. He finished as the NCAA runner-up in 2010 at 133 pounds. Topics of discussion include qualifying for the 2016 Olympic Games, his Olympic Trials run, his life journey on and off the wrestling mat, preparing for Rio and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 38 guest Daniel Dennis on Twitter at @DanielDennisUSA and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:08:53cleanBP37: Frank Molinaro, 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials championThu, 14 Apr 2016 19:03:56 +0000Episode 37 of Bonus Points features Frank Molinaro, 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials champion in men's freestyle at 65 kg/143 lbs.

Molinaro navigated a gauntlet of talented contenders to capture the Olympic Trials gold in Iowa City, Iowa on April 9. He defeated two-time NCAA champion Kellen Russell, four-time U.S. World Team member Brent Metcalf, four-time NCAA champion Logan Stieber and two-time Junior World medalist Aaron Pico on his road to gold.

In the best-of-three championships series Molinaro defeated Pico two matches to one.

Molinaro now turns his attention to qualifying for the 2016 Olympic Games by placing in the top three at the first World Olympic Games qualifying tournament in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia on April 24. If necessary, the final World Olympic Games qualifying tournament will be held in Istanbul, Turkey two weeks later with the top two wrestlers in each weight class qualifying for the Rio Olympics.

The past two seasons Molinaro has won three gold medals at international competitions. In 2015 he claimed gold at the Guelph Open and Grand Prix of Spain. This February he ran the table at the Pan American Championships to take top prize.

Molinaro was four-time NCAA All-American for Penn State University. He won the NCAA championships in 2012 and was NCAA runner-up in 2011.

Topics of discussion include his remarkable Olympic Trials performance, qualifying for the Olympic Games, how to beat the odds and much more.

Related Linkswww.gorillahulk.com]]>Episode 37 of Bonus Points features Frank Molinaro, 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials champion in men's freestyle at 65 kg/143 lbs. Molinaro navigated a gauntlet of talented contenders to capture the Olympic Trials gold in Iowa City, Iowa on April 9. He defeated two-time NCAA champion Kellen Russell, four-time U.S. World Team member Brent Metcalf, four-time NCAA champion Logan Stieber and two-time Junior World medalist Aaron Pico on his road to gold. In the best-of-three championships series Molinaro defeated Pico two matches to one. Molinaro now turns his attention to qualifying for the 2016 Olympic Games by placing in the top three at the first World Olympic Games qualifying tournament in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia on April 24. If necessary, the final World Olympic Games qualifying tournament will be held in Istanbul, Turkey two weeks later with the top two wrestlers in each weight class qualifying for the Rio Olympics. The past two seasons Molinaro has won three gold medals at international competitions. In 2015 he claimed gold at the Guelph Open and Grand Prix of Spain. This February he ran the table at the Pan American Championships to take top prize. Molinaro was four-time NCAA All-American for Penn State University. He won the NCAA championships in 2012 and was NCAA runner-up in 2011. Topics of discussion include his remarkable Olympic Trials performance, qualifying for the Olympic Games, how to beat the odds and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 37 guest Frank Molinaro on Twitter at @Gorillahulk149 and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Related Links www.gorillahulk.com]]>01:07:41cleanBP36: J'den Cox, two-time NCAA champion for MissouriWed, 30 Mar 2016 23:53:40 +0000Untitled DocumentThe USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he deconstructs the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest.

Episode 36 of Bonus Points features two-time NCAA champion for the University of Missouri, J'Den Cox.

Cox recently won his second NCAA title as a junior for the Tigers. He defeated No. 1 seed Morgan McIntosh of Penn State, 4-2, in the 197-pound NCAA finals at Madison Square Garden in New York City, N.Y.

Cox is now a three-time NCAA All-American for Missouri, posting finishes of first, third and first at the NCAA Championships. He is a three-time Mid-American Conference champion and was recently named MAC wrestler of the year for 2016.

Courtesy of winning the 2016 NCAA title, Cox has qualified to compete at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Iowa City, Iowa where he will compete at 86 kg/189 lbs.

Prior to attending Missouri, Cox was a four-time Missouri state champion for Hickman High School and won the 2012 Junior Nationals at 220-pounds.

Topics of discussion include his journey to winning a second NCAA championship, challenges he has faced this season, growth of the Missouri wrestling program, wrestling in the U.S. Olympic Team Trials and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Untitled DocumentThe USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he deconstructs the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest. Episode 36 of Bonus Points features two-time NCAA champion for the University of Missouri, J'Den Cox. Cox recently won his second NCAA title as a junior for the Tigers. He defeated No. 1 seed Morgan McIntosh of Penn State, 4-2, in the 197-pound NCAA finals at Madison Square Garden in New York City, N.Y. Cox is now a three-time NCAA All-American for Missouri, posting finishes of first, third and first at the NCAA Championships. He is a three-time Mid-American Conference champion and was recently named MAC wrestler of the year for 2016. Courtesy of winning the 2016 NCAA title, Cox has qualified to compete at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Iowa City, Iowa where he will compete at 86 kg/189 lbs. Prior to attending Missouri, Cox was a four-time Missouri state champion for Hickman High School and won the 2012 Junior Nationals at 220-pounds. Topics of discussion include his journey to winning a second NCAA championship, challenges he has faced this season, growth of the Missouri wrestling program, wrestling in the U.S. Olympic Team Trials and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 36 guest J'den Cox on Twitter at @SuperstarW14T and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:19:10cleanBP35: Myles Martin, 2016 NCAA champion for Ohio State UniversityTue, 22 Mar 2016 22:19:09 +0000Episode 35 of Bonus Points features Myles Martin of Ohio State University, 2016 NCAA Division I wrestling champion at 174 pounds.

Martin became just the 15th true freshman to ever win a NCAA individual championship when he defeated top-ranked Bo Nickal of Penn State 11-9 in the NCAA finals held on the big stage at Madison Square Garden in New York City, N.Y. on March 19, 2016.

Martin was pulled from redshirt in January of this year to compete for the Buckeyes. He owned a 28-6 record on the season entering the NCAA Championships.

Prior to college, Martin was a three-time Maryland state champion, USA Wrestling Junior Nationals champion in freestyle, National Preps champion and two-time Beast of the East champion.

Topics of discussion include his journey to winning the NCAA title as a true freshman, overcoming three regular season losses to Nickal and eventually topping him in the NCAA finals, how the decision to remove his redshirt came about and what it is like to wrestle for Ohio State.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 35 of Bonus Points features Myles Martin of Ohio State University, 2016 NCAA Division I wrestling champion at 174 pounds. Martin became just the 15th true freshman to ever win a NCAA individual championship when he defeated top-ranked Bo Nickal of Penn State 11-9 in the NCAA finals held on the big stage at Madison Square Garden in New York City, N.Y. on March 19, 2016.On his road to the title as the No. 11 seed, Martin defeated Nicholas Wanzek (Minnesota) 12-4, No. 6 Bryce Hammond (CSU Bakersfield) 5-3, Matt Reed (Oklahoma) 2-0, Lelund Weatherspoon (Iowa State) 8-2 and No. 1 Bo Nickal (Penn State) 11-9.Martin was pulled from redshirt in January of this year to compete for the Buckeyes. He owned a 28-6 record on the season entering the NCAA Championships.Prior to college, Martin was a three-time Maryland state champion, USA Wrestling Junior Nationals champion in freestyle, National Preps champion and two-time Beast of the East champion.Topics of discussion include his journey to winning the NCAA title as a true freshman, overcoming three regular season losses to Nickal and eventually topping him in the NCAA finals, how the decision to remove his redshirt came about and what it is like to wrestle for Ohio State.Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 35 guest Myles Martin on Twitter at @Captain_MnM1 and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel.Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bonus Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>55:43cleanBP34: NCAA Championships brackets busted! The guide for #WrestleNYC!Tue, 15 Mar 2016 08:04:13 +0000The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 34 of Bonus Points reunites the tag team of Jason Bryant and Richard Immel as they break down the 2016 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships field.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.Episode 34 of Bonus Points reunites the tag team of Jason Bryant and Richard Immel as they break down the 2016 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships field.The boys thoroughly examine each bracket, weight-by-weight, with All-American, bloodround, upset, bracket-buster and what-to-watch predictions.This special Bonus Points/Short Time joint episode is the perfect source to prepare for the what is sure to be a historic NCAA's at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Let the madness begin.Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 34 special guest Jason Bryant on Twitter at @jasonmbryant and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel.Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:56:40cleanBP33: Logan Stieber, four-time NCAA champion and 2016 Olympic hopefulWed, 02 Mar 2016 01:40:44 +0000Episode 33 of Bonus Points features four-time NCAA Division I wrestling champion and 2016 Olympic Hopeful Logan Stieber.

Growing up in Monroeville, Ohio, Stieber won four Ohio state championships, posting a 184-1 overall prep record. As a junior in high school, Stieber placed third at the U.S. Senior Nationals.

Stieber attended college at Ohio State University where he won four NCAA titles, four Big Ten titles and the 2015 Dan Hodge trophy. He helped guide the Buckeyes to a Big Ten and NCAA title in 2015, the first NCAA team championship in school history.

Now focused soley on competing at the Senior level in freestyle wrestling, Stieber has proven to be a force at 65 kg. This season he has won silver medals at the Bill Farrell International, Golden Grand Prix Finals, U.S. Senior Nationals and Outstanding Ukrainian Memorial. He also tacked on a bronze medal at the Alexander Medved International.

Topics of discussion include his international season in preparation to make the U.S. Olympic Team, becoming the fourth man to win four NCAA Divison I titles, the upcoming college postseason and what he needs to do to win Olympic gold.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 33 of Bonus Points features four-time NCAA Division I wrestling champion and 2016 Olympic Hopeful Logan Stieber. Growing up in Monroeville, Ohio, Stieber won four Ohio state championships, posting a 184-1 overall prep record. As a junior in high school, Stieber placed third at the U.S. Senior Nationals.Stieber attended college at Ohio State University where he won four NCAA titles, four Big Ten titles and the 2015 Dan Hodge trophy. He helped guide the Buckeyes to a Big Ten and NCAA title in 2015, the first NCAA team championship in school history.Now focused soley on competing at the Senior level in freestyle wrestling, Stieber has proven to be a force at 65 kg. This season he has won silver medals at the Bill Farrell International, Golden Grand Prix Finals, U.S. Senior Nationals and Outstanding Ukrainian Memorial. He also tacked on a bronze medal at the Alexander Medved International. Topics of discussion include his international season in preparation to make the U.S. Olympic Team, becoming the fourth man to win four NCAA Divison I titles, the upcoming college postseason and what he needs to do to win Olympic gold.Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 33 guest Logan Stieber on Twitter at@_LogieBear_ and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel.Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:06:38cleanBP32: Chael Sonnen, life-long wrestling fanatic and MMA extraordinaireThu, 25 Feb 2016 00:12:55 +0000Episode 32 of Bonus Points features avid wrestling fan, past NCAA All-American, Greco-Roman standout, UFC veteran and current mixed martial arts analyst Chael Sonnen.

Sonnen attended the University of Oregon where he was a NCAA Division I All-American in 1998. On the Senior level, he went on to win a silver medal at the University World Championships in 2000, on top of two gold medals at the Dave Schultz Memorial International in 2000 and 2001 in Greco-Roman wrestling.

A long-time MMA veteran, Sonnen reached the pinnacle of his fighting career when he faced all-time MMA great Anderson Silva for the UFC Middleweight title at UFC 117 in 2010. Sonnen was moments away from winning the belt before being submitted with less than two minutes left in the final round, falling just short of the title UFC champion.

Sonnen has since made a name for himself as a MMA analyst working for companies such as ESPN and Fox Sports. He also hosts the "You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen" podcast.

Topics of discussion include his journey in wrestling, the loss of the Oregon wrestling program and its potential revival, college and international wrestling current events and his path to success.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>Episode 32 of Bonus Points features avid wrestling fan, past NCAA All-American, Greco-Roman standout, UFC veteran and current mixed martial arts analyst Chael Sonnen. Sonnen attended the University of Oregon where he was a NCAA Division I All-American in 1998. On the Senior level, he went on to win a silver medal at the University World Championships in 2000, on top of two gold medals at the Dave Schultz Memorial International in 2000 and 2001 in Greco-Roman wrestling. A long-time MMA veteran, Sonnen reached the pinnacle of his fighting career when he faced all-time MMA great Anderson Silva for the UFC Middleweight title at UFC 117 in 2010. Sonnen was moments away from winning the belt before being submitted with less than two minutes left in the final round, falling just short of the title UFC champion.Sonnen has since made a name for himself as a MMA analyst working for companies such as ESPN and Fox Sports. He also hosts the "You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen" podcast.Topics of discussion include his journey in wrestling, the loss of the Oregon wrestling program and its potential revival, college and international wrestling current events and his path to success.Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 32 guest Chael Sonnen on Twitter at@sonnench and follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel.Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>01:23:43noBP31: Tony Rotundo, award-winning wrestling photographerThu, 18 Feb 2016 19:34:47 +0000Episode 31 of Bonus Points features award winning wrestling photographer Tony Rotundo.

Rotundo has photographed five World Championships, nine NCAA Championships and countless other local, national and international wrestling events. He will be one of the U.S. wrestling photographers to shoot the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in August.

He is the recipient of the 2009 National Wrestling Media Association Photographer of the Year award and the 2012 California State Irv Oliner Award given to individuals for their outstanding contribution to California Wrestling.

Rotundo grew up wrestling in New York and won a silver medal at the 1983 Cadet World Championships.

Topics of discussion include his journey in wrestling photography, how he perfects his craft, current wrestling events and his path to success.

Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 31 guest Tony Rotundo on Twitter at@Tony_Rotundo and online at www.wrestlersarewarriors.com. Follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel.]]>Episode 31 of Bonus Points features award winning wrestling photographer Tony Rotundo. Rotundo has photographed five World Championships, nine NCAA Championships and countless other local, national and international wrestling events. He will be one of the U.S. wrestling photographers to shoot the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in August.He is the recipient of the 2009 National Wrestling Media Association Photographer of the Year award and the 2012 California State Irv Oliner Award given to individuals for their outstanding contribution to California Wrestling.Rotundo grew up wrestling in New York and won a silver medal at the 1983 Cadet World Championships.Topics of discussion include his journey in wrestling photography, how he perfects his craft, current wrestling events and his path to success.Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 31 guest Tony Rotundo on Twitter at@Tony_Rotundo and online at www.wrestlersarewarriors.com. Follow show host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel.]]>01:12:47cleanBP30: Kenny Monday, Olympic champion and U.S. wrestling legendWed, 10 Feb 2016 03:57:38 +0000Episode 30 of Bonus Points features one of the best men's freestyle wrestlers in USA Wrestling history, Olympic and World champion Kenny Monday.

In total, Monday won four Olympic and World medals. He won a gold medal at the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, South Korea and a silver medal at the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona, Spain. Monday also won gold at the 1989 World Championships and earned silver at the 1991 World Championships.

Monday was a member of three U.S. Olympic teams (1988, 1992 and 1996). He was also the first african-american wrestler to win the Olympics.

Among his other career achievements are a gold medal at the 1988 Tblisi Tournament, considered by many to be the toughest tournament in the world. He was a three-time NCAA finalist for Oklahoma State University and a NCAA champion in 1984.

Topics of discussion include his experience growing up wrestling in Tulsa, Okla., his collegiate career and international career, the rivalries and freindships he formed on his journey and winning the Olympic gold medal in one of the most memorable Olympic finals in history.]]>Episode 30 of Bonus Points features one of the best men's freestyle wrestlers in USA Wrestling history, Olympic and World champion Kenny Monday. In total, Monday won four Olympic and World medals. He won a gold medal at the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, South Korea and a silver medal at the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona, Spain. Monday also won gold at the 1989 World Championships and earned silver at the 1991 World Championships. Monday was a member of three U.S. Olympic teams (1988, 1992 and 1996). He was also the first african-american wrestler to win the Olympics. Among his other career achievements are a gold medal at the 1988 Tblisi Tournament, considered by many to be the toughest tournament in the world. He was a three-time NCAA finalist for Oklahoma State University and a NCAA champion in 1984. Topics of discussion include his experience growing up wrestling in Tulsa, Okla., his collegiate career and international career, the rivalries and freindships he formed on his journey and winning the Olympic gold medal in one of the most memorable Olympic finals in history.]]>01:54:13cleanBP29: Isaiah Martinez, 2015 NCAA champion for the University of IllinoisWed, 03 Feb 2016 23:04:47 +0000The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he deconstructs the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest.

Episode 29 of Bonus Points features Isaiah Martinez, 2015 NCAA champion for the University of Illinois.

Martinez went 35-0 on his road to the 157-pound NCAA title last season. He was the first freshman to accomplish this feat since Cael Sanderson did so for Iowa State in 1999.

This season the Illini standout is holds a 20-1 record after suffering his first official collegiate loss to Jason Nolf of Penn State on Jan. 23.

Topics of discussion include the experience of losing his first collegiate match, his journey to an undefeted freshman season, how he decided to attend the University of Illinois and much more.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he deconstructs the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest. Episode 29 of Bonus Points features Isaiah Martinez, 2015 NCAA champion for the University of Illinois. Martinez went 35-0 on his road to the 157-pound NCAA title last season. He was the first freshman to accomplish this feat since Cael Sanderson did so for Iowa State in 1999. This season the Illini standout is holds a 20-1 record after suffering his first official collegiate loss to Jason Nolf of Penn State on Jan. 23. Topics of discussion include the experience of losing his first collegiate match, his journey to an undefeted freshman season, how he decided to attend the University of Illinois and much more. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 29 guest Isaiah Martinez on Twitter at @Imar165 and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>51:56cleanBP28: Alli Ragan, three-time U.S. World Team member in women's freestyleWed, 27 Jan 2016 00:17:26 +0000The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he deconstructs the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest.

Episode 28 of Bonus Points features Alli Ragan, three-time U.S. World Team member and 2016 Olympic hopeful in women's freestyle wrestling.

Topics of discussion include Ragan training for a week with the Iowa Hawkeyes in Iowa City, Iowa, her 2015 World Championships performance, transitioning through life as a women's wrestler and how Ragan achieved this level of success.

In addition to making three Senior-level U.S. World Team's, Ragan is a two-time Junior World bronze medalist (2011, 2012) and two-time WCWA national champion for King University (2013, 2014).

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he deconstructs the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest. Episode 28 of Bonus Points features Alli Ragan, three-time U.S. World Team member and 2016 Olympic hopeful in women's freestyle wrestling. Topics of discussion include Ragan training for a week with the Iowa Hawkeyes in Iowa City, Iowa, her 2015 World Championships performance, transitioning through life as a women's wrestler and how Ragan achieved this level of success. In addition to making three Senior-level U.S. World Team's, Ragan is a two-time Junior World bronze medalist (2011, 2012) and two-time WCWA national champion for King University (2013, 2014). Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 28 guest Alli Ragan on Twitter at @AlliRayg and follow show host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>55:58cleanBP27: Robby Smith, winning the hearts of wrestling fans and the battle of Las VegasWed, 20 Jan 2016 01:24:34 +0000The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he deconstructs the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest.

Episode 27 of Bonus Points features one of the biggest names and personalities in U.S. Greco-Roman wrestling, three-time World Team member Robby Smith.

Topics of discussion include Smith's legendary match against Bilyal Makov of Russia at the World Championships, the growing support of U.S. Greco-Roman wrestling, what it will take for Smith to reach the Olympic pinnacle and much more.

In addition to making three Senior-level U.S. World Team's, Smith has won two U.S. Open championships and placed fifth at the World Championships in 2013 and 2015.

Smith is well known internationally for his high-paced style, bushy beard, tall American flag socks and outgoing personality.

Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he deconstructs the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest. Episode 27 of Bonus Points features one of the biggest names and personalities in U.S. Greco-Roman wrestling, three-time World Team member Robby Smith. Topics of discussion include Smith's legendary match against Bilyal Makov of Russia at the World Championships, the growing support of U.S. Greco-Roman wrestling, what it will take for Smith to reach the Olympic pinnacle and much more. In addition to making three Senior-level U.S. World Team's, Smith has won two U.S. Open championships and placed fifth at the World Championships in 2013 and 2015. Smith is well known internationally for his high-paced style, bushy beard, tall American flag socks and outgoing personality. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points Ep. 27 guest Robby Smith on Twitter at @rtdsmith and follow host Richard Immel at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:22:32noBP26: Thomas Gilman, Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA All-AmericanTue, 12 Jan 2016 20:18:57 +0000The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he deconstructs the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest.

Episode 26 of Bonus Points features University of Iowa All-American Thomas Gilman. Topics of discussion include the Terry documentary, what it means to wrestle for Iowa, what Gilman has learned from past triumphs and failures, and what the future holds for the Hawkeye standout.

Gilman, a junior for the Hawkeyes, is currently undefeated on the college level this season and is ranked No. 2 in the NCAA at 125 pounds. Recently, Gilman won the his second title at the Ken Kraft Midlands Championships.

Gilman has been a member of three age-group U.S. World Team's in freestyle wrestling. He won a bronze medal at the 2014 Junior World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia.

Prior to arriving in Iowa City, Iowa, Gilman was a four-time Nebraska state champion.

Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org.

Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he deconstructs the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest. Episode 26 of Bonus Points features University of Iowa All-American Thomas Gilman. Topics of discussion include the Terry documentary, what it means to wrestle for Iowa, what Gilman has learned from past triumphs and failures, and what the future holds for the Hawkeye standout. Gilman, a junior for the Hawkeyes, is currently undefeated on the college level this season and is ranked No. 2 in the NCAA at 125 pounds. Recently, Gilman won the his second title at the Ken Kraft Midlands Championships. Gilman has been a member of three age-group U.S. World Team's in freestyle wrestling. He won a bronze medal at the 2014 Junior World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia. Prior to arriving in Iowa City, Iowa, Gilman was a four-time Nebraska state champion. Follow USA Wrestling Bonus Points host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application.]]>59:12cleanBP25: Bo Nickal, Penn State freshman sensationThu, 07 Jan 2016 23:09:22 +0000The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he attempts to deconstruct the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest.

Episode 25 of Bonus Points features Penn State freshman and 2016 Southern Scuffle champion Bo Nickal. Topics of discussion include Nickal's freshman campaign to this point, being a key cog in the Penn State lineup and what sets him apart both on and off the mat.

Nickal is currently undefeated on the college level this year and ranked No. 1 in the NCAA at 174 pounds. Nickal won the Southern Scuffle on Jan. 2 in impressive fashion, being named outstanding wrestler of the competition.

Prior to arriving in State College, Pa. Nickal was a three-time Texas state champion and two-time U.S. Cadet World Team member on top of mulitple high school national championships and accolades. He placed fifth in the world in 2013.

Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>The USA Wrestling Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he attempts to deconstruct the greatest minds in wrestling and sheds light on the secrets of success for each guest. Episode 25 of Bonus Points features Penn State freshman and 2016 Southern Scuffle champion Bo Nickal. Topics of discussion include Nickal's freshman campaign to this point, being a key cog in the Penn State lineup and what sets him apart both on and off the mat. Nickal is currently undefeated on the college level this year and ranked No. 1 in the NCAA at 174 pounds. Nickal won the Southern Scuffle on Jan. 2 in impressive fashion, being named outstanding wrestler of the competition. Prior to arriving in State College, Pa. Nickal was a three-time Texas state champion and two-time U.S. Cadet World Team member on top of mulitple high school national championships and accolades. He placed fifth in the world in 2013. Follow Bonus Points Ep. 25 featured guest Bo Nickal on Twitter at @NoBickal and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:05:29cleanBP24: Josef Rau, 2016 U.S. Senior Nationals champion in Greco-RomanTue, 22 Dec 2015 20:14:21 +0000USA Wrestling's Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 24 of Bonus Points features Josef Rau, 2016 U.S. Senior Nationals champion and 2014 U.S. World Team member in Greco-Roman.

Rau competed collegiately for Elmhurst College where he won a NCAA Division III national title in 2013.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest wrestling news from around the country and talks with Rau about his wrestling journey, moving up to 98 kg, the secret to his success and much more.

Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>USA Wrestling's Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 24 of Bonus Points features Josef Rau, 2016 U.S. Senior Nationals champion and 2014 U.S. World Team member in Greco-Roman. Rau competed collegiately for Elmhurst College where he won a NCAA Division III national title in 2013. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest wrestling news from around the country and talks with Rau about his wrestling journey, moving up to 98 kg, the secret to his success and much more. Follow Bonus Points Ep. 24 featured guest Josef Rau on Twitter at @Raustler84 and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:32:06cleanBP23: Kyle Dake, four-time NCAA championTue, 15 Dec 2015 23:38:27 +0000USA Wrestling's Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 23 of Bonus Points features Kyle Dake, four-time NCAA champion and U.S. National Team member in men's freestyle.

Wrestling collegiately at Cornell University, Dake became the third wrestler in history to win four individual NCAA championships and the first-ever wrestler to do so at four different weight classes.

Currently, there are only four men to win the NCAA Championships four times: Pat Smith (Oklahoma State), Cael Sanderson (Iowa State), Kyle Dake (Cornell) and Logan Stieber (Ohio State).

Dake was the 74 kg runner-up at the U.S. World Team Trials in 2013 and 2015. He is making the move up to 86 kg to compete for an Olympic berth in 2016.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest wrestling news from around the country and talks with Dake about his wrestling journey, moving up to 86 kg, what makes him successful and much more.

Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>USA Wrestling's Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 23 of Bonus Points features Kyle Dake, four-time NCAA champion and U.S. National Team member in men's freestyle. Wrestling collegiately at Cornell University, Dake became the third wrestler in history to win four individual NCAA championships and the first-ever wrestler to do so at four different weight classes. Currently, there are only four men to win the NCAA Championships four times: Pat Smith (Oklahoma State), Cael Sanderson (Iowa State), Kyle Dake (Cornell) and Logan Stieber (Ohio State). Dake was the 74 kg runner-up at the U.S. World Team Trials in 2013 and 2015. He is making the move up to 86 kg to compete for an Olympic berth in 2016. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest wrestling news from around the country and talks with Dake about his wrestling journey, moving up to 86 kg, what makes him successful and much more. Follow Bonus Points Ep. 23 featured guest Kyle Dake on Twitter at @kyledake444 and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Related Links www.kyledake.com Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:31:51cleanBP22: Charlie Brenneman, "Driven: My Unlikely Journey from Classroom to Cage" authorThu, 10 Dec 2015 00:07:24 +0000USA Wrestling's Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Brenneman wrestled collegiatly at Lock Haven University where he finished in the round of 12 at the 2004 NCAA Championships. He was named to the NWCA All-Academic Team in 2004.

Following his wrestling career at Lock Haven, Brenneman taught high school Spanish for three years, where he garned his nickname The Spaniard, before winning the reality television show Pros vs. Joes in 2006. Soon thereafter, he elected to turn to a career in mma.

Brenneman was ranked as high as No. 7 in the UFC welterweight division. He has battled current top contenders Johny Hendricks and Anthony "Rumble" Johnson inside the Octagon.

Currently, Brenneman works as a professional speaker and author. He just released his first book, Driven: My Unlikely Journey from Classroom to Cage, last fall.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest wrestling news from around the country and talks with Brenneman about how wrestling has shaped his life, his UFC career and his current business ventures.

Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>USA Wrestling's Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 22 of Bonus Points features wrestler, mma fighter, entrepreneur and author Charlie Brenneman. Brenneman wrestled collegiatly at Lock Haven University where he finished in the round of 12 at the 2004 NCAA Championships. He was named to the NWCA All-Academic Team in 2004. Following his wrestling career at Lock Haven, Brenneman taught high school Spanish for three years, where he garned his nickname The Spaniard, before winning the reality television show Pros vs. Joes in 2006. Soon thereafter, he elected to turn to a career in mma. Brenneman was ranked as high as No. 7 in the UFC welterweight division. He has battled current top contenders Johny Hendricks and Anthony "Rumble" Johnson inside the Octagon. Currently, Brenneman works as a professional speaker and author. He just released his first book, Driven: My Unlikely Journey from Classroom to Cage, last fall. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest wrestling news from around the country and talks with Brenneman about how wrestling has shaped his life, his UFC career and his current business ventures. Follow Bonus Points episode 22 featured guest Charlie Brenneman on Twitter at @SpaniardMMA and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Related Links www.charlie-brenneman.comDriven: My Unlikely Journey from Classroom to Cage Subscribe to Bonus Points iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>53:31cleanBP21: Matt Lindland, U.S. Greco-Roman head coachFri, 04 Dec 2015 00:05:31 +0000USA Wrestling's Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 21 of Bonus Points features Matt Lindland, head coach of the U.S. Greco-Roman National Team. He has served in this position since July of 2014.

Lindland won a silver medal at the 200 Olympic Games in Sydney, Austrailia and a silver medal at the 2001 World Championships in Patras, Greece.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest wrestling news from around the country and talks with Lindland about the 2015 World Championships, the state of Greco-Roman wrestling in the U.S., mixed martial arts, how to market Greco-Roman wrestling and much more.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>USA Wrestling's Bonus Points podcast, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance, will feature many of top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 21 of Bonus Points features Matt Lindland, head coach of the U.S. Greco-Roman National Team. He has served in this position since July of 2014. Lindland won a silver medal at the 200 Olympic Games in Sydney, Austrailia and a silver medal at the 2001 World Championships in Patras, Greece. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest wrestling news from around the country and talks with Lindland about the 2015 World Championships, the state of Greco-Roman wrestling in the U.S., mixed martial arts, how to market Greco-Roman wrestling and much more. Follow Bonus Points episode 21 featured guest Matt Lindland on Twitter at @mattlindland and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Related Links www.coachmattlindland.com SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:22:55cleanBP20: Jim Harshaw, Wrestling with GreatnessTue, 24 Nov 2015 00:56:44 +0000Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 20 of Bonus Points features Jim Harshaw who was a three-time ACC champion and NCAA All-American for the University of Virginia. He served as an assistant wrestling coach at Virginia from 2000 to 2002 and was the head wrestling coach at Slippery Rock University from 2002 to 2004.

Harshaw is now an Assistant Director for the Virginia Athletics Foundation and hosts the Wrestling with Greatness podcast.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Harshaw about his Wrestling with Greatness podcast, how to be sucessful both on and off the wrestling mat and the marketing of wrestling.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 20 of Bonus Points features Jim Harshaw who was a three-time ACC champion and NCAA All-American for the University of Virginia. He served as an assistant wrestling coach at Virginia from 2000 to 2002 and was the head wrestling coach at Slippery Rock University from 2002 to 2004. Harshaw is now an Assistant Director for the Virginia Athletics Foundation and hosts the Wrestling with Greatness podcast. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Harshaw about his Wrestling with Greatness podcast, how to be sucessful both on and off the wrestling mat and the marketing of wrestling. Follow Bonus Points episode 20 featured guest Jim Harshaw on Twitter at @WrestlGreatness and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. Related Links Subscribe to Wrestling with Greatness podcastEight habits of the most successful former wrestlers SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:15:32cleanBP19: Tony Ramos, two-time U.S. World Team member in men's freestyleWed, 18 Nov 2015 22:43:58 +0000Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 19 of Bonus Points features Tony Ramos, two-time U.S. World Team member in men's freestyle. Ramos was a NCAA champion for the University of Iowa in 2014.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Ramos about the Grapple on the Gridiron, competing at the 2015 World Championships, how the sport of wrestling can grow and improve and much more.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 19 of Bonus Points features Tony Ramos, two-time U.S. World Team member in men's freestyle. Ramos was a NCAA champion for the University of Iowa in 2014. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Ramos about the Grapple on the Gridiron, competing at the 2015 World Championships, how the sport of wrestling can grow and improve and much more. Follow Bonus Points Episode 19 featured guest Tony Ramos on Twitter at @T_Ram133 and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:00:32cleanBP18: Leigh Jaynes-Provisor, 2015 World bronze medalist in women's freestyleWed, 11 Nov 2015 17:19:38 +0000Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 18 of Bonus Points features Leigh Jaynes-Provisor, 2015 World bronze medalist in women's freestyle wrestling at 60 kg. She is a three-time U.S. World Team member.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Jaynes-Provisor about her World Championships run, transitioning from a non-Olympic weight class to an Olympic weight class, her experience of raising a daughter while competeing and much more.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 18 of Bonus Points features Leigh Jaynes-Provisor, 2015 World bronze medalist in women's freestyle wrestling at 60 kg. She is a three-time U.S. World Team member. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Jaynes-Provisor about her World Championships run, transitioning from a non-Olympic weight class to an Olympic weight class, her experience of raising a daughter while competeing and much more. Follow Bonus Points Episode 18 featured guest Leigh Jaynes-Provisor on Twitter at @Chick_Wrestler and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:06:38cleanBP17: 2015-16 NCAA Division I wrestling preview showWed, 04 Nov 2015 02:16:48 +0000Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 17 of Bonus Points previews the 2015-16 NCAA Divison I wrestling season. Host of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast Jason Bryant joins USA Wrestling's Richard Immel for the discussion.

The NCAA preview conversation includes talk about past NCAA champions competing this year, team title contenders, redshirt implications, x-factor's and much more.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 17 of Bonus Points previews the 2015-16 NCAA Divison I wrestling season. Host of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast Jason Bryant joins USA Wrestling's Richard Immel for the discussion. The NCAA preview conversation includes talk about past NCAA champions competing this year, team title contenders, redshirt implications, x-factor's and much more. Follow Bonus Points Episode 17 special guest Jason Bryant on Twitter at @jasonmbryant and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:41:49cleanBP16: Alex Dieringer, two-time NCAA championWed, 28 Oct 2015 21:28:56 +0000Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 16 of Bonus Points features Alex Dieringer, two-time NCAA champion for Oklahoma State University. The Cowboy star is seeking his third NCAA title and fourth All-American honor during the 2015-16 college season.

Dieringer won the 157-pound NCAA championship in 2014 followed by the 165-pound title last year. A win in 2016 would make Dieringer the 16th Oklahoma State wrestler to win three NCAA titles.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Dieringer about his journey at Oklahoma State, what it takes to become a multiple time NCAA champion, the keys to dominating opponents and much more.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 16 of Bonus Points features Alex Dieringer, two-time NCAA champion for Oklahoma State University. The Cowboy star is seeking his third NCAA title and fourth All-American honor during the 2015-16 college season. Dieringer won the 157-pound NCAA championship in 2014 followed by the 165-pound title last year. A win in 2016 would make Dieringer the 16th Oklahoma State wrestler to win three NCAA titles. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Dieringer about his journey at Oklahoma State, what it takes to become a multiple time NCAA champion, the keys to dominating opponents and much more. Follow Bonus Points Episode 16 featured guest Alex Dieringer on Twitter at @ringing57 and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>52:33cleanBP15: Nick Gwiazdowski, two-time NCAA championFri, 23 Oct 2015 20:41:29 +0000Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 15 of Bonus Points features Nick Gwiazdowski, two-time NCAA champion at 285 pounds for North Carolina State. The Wolfpack star is seeking his third NCAA title and fourth All-American honors during the 2015-16 college season.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Gwiazdowski about his NCAA experiences, road to success, defending his NCAA titles and the opportunity to become one of the greatest NCAA heavyweights in history.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 15 of Bonus Points features Nick Gwiazdowski, two-time NCAA champion at 285 pounds for North Carolina State. The Wolfpack star is seeking his third NCAA title and fourth All-American honors during the 2015-16 college season. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Gwiazdowski about his NCAA experiences, road to success, defending his NCAA titles and the opportunity to become one of the greatest NCAA heavyweights in history. Follow Bonus Points Episode 15 featured guest Nick Gwiazdowski on Twitter at @NGWIZZZ and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>53:42cleanBP14: Brandon Slay, U.S. Freestyle National Coach and 2000 Olympic championWed, 07 Oct 2015 01:01:58 +0000Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 14 of Bonus Points features Brandon Slay, U.S. men's freestyle assistant national coach and 2000 Olympic champion. Slay heads the developmental and Olympic Training Center residential programs for the U.S. in men's freestyle.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Slay about the U.S. performance at the 2015 World Championships, the state of the U.S. wrestling program, his Olympic journey in 2000 and hot button topics from around the wrestling world.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 14 of Bonus Points features Brandon Slay, U.S. men's freestyle assistant national coach and 2000 Olympic champion. Slay heads the developmental and Olympic Training Center residential programs for the U.S. in men's freestyle. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Slay about the U.S. performance at the 2015 World Championships, the state of the U.S. wrestling program, his Olympic journey in 2000 and hot button topics from around the wrestling world. Follow Bonus Points Episode 14 featured guest Brandon Slay on Twitter at @CoachSlay and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>02:13:05cleanBP13: Andy Bisek, two-time World bronze medalist in Greco-RomanWed, 30 Sep 2015 04:04:08 +0000Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Episode 13 of Bonus Points features Andy Bisek, two-time World bronze medalist in Greco-Roman wrestling. Bisek won back-to-back World bronze medals for the U.S. in 2014 and 2015.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Bisek about his 2015 World Championships run, his world famous mustache and much more.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 13 of Bonus Points features Andy Bisek, two-time World bronze medalist in Greco-Roman wrestling. Bisek won back-to-back World bronze medals for the U.S. in 2014 and 2015. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Bisek about his 2015 World Championships run, his world famous mustache and much more. Follow Bonus Points Episode 13 featured guest Andy Bisek on Twitter at @Biseks_Stache and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:01:30cleanBP12: Adeline Gray, three-time World champion in women's freestyleTue, 22 Sep 2015 19:15:51 +0000Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Gray about capturing her third World title and fifth consecutive World medal since 2011.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, is presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® and will feature many of the top names in wrestling from the U.S. and beyond. Episode 12 of Bonus Points features Adeline Gray, 2015 World champion in women's freestyle wrestling. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Gray about capturing her third World title and fifth consecutive World medal since 2011. Follow Bonus Points Episode 12 featured guest Adeline Gray on Twitter at @AdelineGray and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. Listen to previous episodes of the show on the USA Wrestling Bouns Points Archives or by subscribing on your favorite podcast listening application. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>58:19cleanBP11: Kyle Snyder, 2015 World champion in men's freestyleWed, 16 Sep 2015 22:57:10 +0000Episode 11 of Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® featuring 2015 World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Kyle Snyder.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Kyle Snyder about his legendary performance at the 2015 World Championships in Las Vegas. Snyder became the youngest American wrestler to win the World Championships after scoring a 5-5 win over reigning World champion Abdusalam Gadisov of Russia in the 97 kg gold medal match.

Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Episode 11 of Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® featuring 2015 World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Kyle Snyder. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Kyle Snyder about his legendary performance at the 2015 World Championships in Las Vegas. Snyder became the youngest American wrestler to win the World Championships after scoring a 5-5 win over reigning World champion Abdusalam Gadisov of Russia in the 97 kg gold medal match. Follow Bonus Points Ep. 11 featured guest Kyle Snyder on Twitter at @Snyder_man45 and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:00:19cleanBP10: 2015 World Wrestling Championships preview showTue, 01 Sep 2015 03:13:18 +0000Episode 10 of Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® previews the 2015 World Wrestling Championships with in-depth discussion about Team USA, the international field, dark horse contenders, predictions and more.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with host of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast Jason Bryant about the 2015 World Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas, Nev.

Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Episode 10 of Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® previews the 2015 World Wrestling Championships with in-depth discussion about Team USA, the international field, dark horse contenders, predictions and more. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with host of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast Jason Bryant about the 2015 World Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas, Nev. Follow Bonus Points Ep. 10 featured guest Jason Bryant on Twitter at @jasonmbryant and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:17:37cleanBP09: Elena Pirozhkova, four-time World medalist, 2012 World champion and Olympian in women's freestyleTue, 25 Aug 2015 21:24:54 +0000Episode 9 of Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® featuring four-time World medalist, 2012 World champion and 2012 Olympian in women's freestyle wrestling Elena Pirozhkova.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Elena Pirozhkova about her wild 2014 World Championships experience, moving to the United States from Russia at three years of age, preparations for the 2015 World Championships and much more.

Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org.

SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>Episode 9 of Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® featuring four-time World medalist, 2012 World champion and 2012 Olympian in women's freestyle wrestling Elena Pirozhkova. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Elena Pirozhkova about her wild 2014 World Championships experience, moving to the United States from Russia at three years of age, preparations for the 2015 World Championships and much more. Follow Bonus Points Ep. 9 featured guest Elena Pirozhkova on Twitter at @e_pirozhkova and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS]]>01:02:29cleanBP08: Spencer Lee, 2015 Junior World champion in men's freestyleThu, 20 Aug 2015 01:13:36 +0000Episode 8 of Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive featuring 2014 Cadet World champion and 2015 Junior World champion in men's freestyle wrestling Spencer Lee.

Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Spencer Lee about his golden performance at the 2015 Junior World Championships.